New numbers show a spike in sexual assault cases in Canada's military

Power & Politics

English - December 05, 2023 05:10 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MB - ★★★★ - 20 ratings
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Dec. 5, 2023 - The percentage of military members who reported being sexually assaulted by another member of the military more than doubled between 2018 and 2022, says a new report from Statistics Canada. Canadian Armed Forces Chief of Professional Conduct and Culture Lt.-Gen Jennie Carignan addresses the concerns. Plus, the White House warns vital military aid to Ukraine will run out this month without congressional action. We speak to the CBC's Alex Panetta in Washington.