(Ottawa) Some veterans say ending the military’s jurisdiction to investigate and prosecute sex crimes is the wrong move.
Defense Minister Bill Blair made changes to the National Defense Act following a recommendation from former Supreme Court Justice Louise Arbour.
Mme Arbor had found that members of the armed forces did not trust the military justice system to handle such cases.
But some veterans who experience sexual misconduct say the civilian justice system is no better equipped to deal with the problem.
Christine Wood, a former Air Force logistics officer, says victims should have the choice to opt for either system.
Another veteran, Diane Rose, says the government is not listening to victims and has not solved the real problems.