RCMP’s watchdog, union testify on systemic racism in policing – CBC

Group of MPs are considering recommendations for the federal government

Jul 24, 2020

The RCMP’s independent watchdog and its union will testify today in front of a House of Commons committee looking into systemic racism in policing, a review prompted by protests over police brutality and racial bias across the country.

A handful of police chiefs and academics are also weighing in as the MPs on the public safety and national security committee consider recommendations for the federal government.

The committee starts at 11 a.m. ET and runs all day, with breaks. CBC News will carry it live online.

The RCMP is under pressure to explain its conduct in a number of high-profile cases involving Indigenous people.

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