RCMP commissioner targets 'outrageous conduct'

Female officer who raised harassment allegations praises Paulson's first steps

CBC News  Posted: Dec 8, 2011

The RCMP's new boss says dealing with sexual harassment allegations within the force involves "changing behaviours."

Bob Paulson says senior leaders in the force have held a two-day meeting about recent allegations and set up a process to track how complaints are being handled.

Paulson, officially sworn in Thursday as the RCMP's 23rd commissioner, said there will be "no presumption of innocence" in disciplinary proceedings involving abuse.

http://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/story/2011/12/08/pol-new-rcmp-commissioner-swearing-in.html

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Polytechnique Massacre commemorated in Fort St. John

The documentary "The Pig Farm" will be shown tonight, December 6, at the Lido Theatre as part of an annual series of documentary films that showcase women's stories and issues. "The Pig Farm" is a documentary that takes an in-depth look at serial killer Robert Pickton, and the investigation of his crimes.
In addition to talking to police, his acquaintances and employees, the film also contains Pickton's voice, and a first-hand account from the woman who got away.
Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and the film starts at 7:30. Admission is by donation to the FSJ Women's Resource Centre. As the film deals with mature subject matter, it is appropriate for audiences over 15 year-old.

Erica Fisher

Posted: 1 hour 27 min ago

http://energeticcity.ca/article/news/2011/12/06/polytechnique-massacre-commemorated-fort-st-john