Statement from the Canadian Forces Provost Marshal – Allegations of Misconduct by Military Police Members
February 3, 2025
Today, the Canadian Forces Provost Marshal (CFPM), Brigadier-General Simon Bernard, issued the following statement:
“I am aware of the recent allegations of misconduct by Military Police (MP) members that have been made public. I want to assure Canadians that I take these allegations very seriously and that we are committed to investigating them thoroughly and impartially.
The Canadian Forces Military Police (CFMP) is a professional and ethical organization that is responsible for upholding the law and maintaining order within the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and on CAF properties. We expect our members to conduct themselves in accordance with the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.
Any allegations of misconduct by our members are investigated thoroughly and impartially. We have a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct and will hold any member who has violated our code of conduct accountable.
I want to thank the members of the public who have come forward with information about these allegations. Your cooperation is essential to ensuring that we can investigate these matters fully and take appropriate action.
I also want to assure our members that we are committed to supporting them and providing them with the resources they need to do their jobs effectively and professionally.
We will continue to provide updates on these investigations as they progress.”
Background
The allegations of misconduct by MP members were first made public in a series of articles published in the Globe and Mail newspaper. The articles allege that MP members have been involved in a number of incidents of misconduct, including sexual assault, harassment, and excessive use of force.
The CFMP has launched a number of investigations into these allegations. The investigations are ongoing and no charges have been laid at this time.
Reaction
The allegations of misconduct have been met with outrage by many Canadians. Some have called for the resignation of the CFPM and the Minister of National Defence. Others have said that the allegations are a sign of a systemic problem within the CFMP.
The CFMP has said that it is committed to investigating the allegations thoroughly and impartially. The CFPM has also said that it will take appropriate action against any member who has violated the code of conduct.
Conclusion
The allegations of misconduct by MP members are a serious matter. The CFMP is committed to investigating these allegations thoroughly and impartially. The CFMP will continue to provide updates on these investigations as they progress.
Statement from the Canadian Forces Provost Marshal – Allegations of Misconduct by Military Police Members
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