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Statistics Canada has just launched a survey about sexual misconduct in the Canadian Forces. It runs until May 13. It is a voluntary and confidential survey asking Canadian Forces members about sexual misconduct in the military.

But Defence Watch has received more than a number of concerns from military personnel who are worried some of the details they tell survey staff could make it back to their commanding officers or others in the chain of command. It seems Defence Watch isn’t the only one hearing such concerns.

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Chief Warrant Officer K.C. West,

Canadian Forces Chief Warrant Officer, just issued this statement:

“I would like to take this opportunity to reinforce the CDS’ message encouraging all CAF members to participate in the upcoming Survey on Sexual Misconduct in the Canadian Armed Forces. Over the past six months, many of you have reached out to me to voice your perspectives and ideas on this subject. This survey provides CAF members with an opportunity to share your views and help us to better understand the nature and the scope of harmful and inappropriate sexual behaviour. This is your opportunity to contribute to eliminating this problem – one that I strongly encourage all of you to participate in.