RCMP commits to changes on how it collects, uses information about protesters
by Jim Bronskill, The Canadian Press
Posted Dec 15, 2020 11:02 am EDT
Last Updated Dec 15, 2020 at 11:14 am EDT
RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki speaks during a news conference in Ottawa, Wednesday October 21, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
OTTAWA — The RCMP has agreed to revamp its policies on the collection and use of information about protesters after a watchdog expressed fresh concerns, a notable shift from the police force’s position only months ago.
RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki largely embraced a series of Civilian Review and Complaints Commission recommendations that could better protect the privacy of activists.