Participation on the RCMP Sexual Assault Investigation Review Committee

​I am honoured to say that after being asked by the RCMP to join the Sexual Assault Investigation Review Committee (SAIRC) for Nova Scotia, I am now a member. Some of the work involved includes providing external oversight to RCMP sexual assault investigations, ensuring RCMP investigations are thorough, impartial, and properly classified; making case-specific recommendations which could lead a file being re-opened; and making broad-based recommendations to improve the RCMP’s response to complaints of sexual assault and enhance RCMP policies, procedures and training. I have a lot of respect for the RCMP taking this step after the Globe and Mail's report titled, "Unfounded".  I am encouraged by the RCMP's interest in improving how they respond to sexual assault matters. I'm thankful I have an opportunity to contribute my knowledge and experience towards this important work, and hopefully improving the lives for others who make the difficult decision of reporting to police.