“General Eyre continues in his role,” said office spokesperson Pierre-Alain Bujold, prompted by a question on whether Adm. McDonald will return to work.The statement provided no details on when or if Adm. McDonald will return to the post he had held for five weeks before taking leave in February, and being replaced by Lt.-Gen. Eyre. Asked for further details, Mr. Bujold said the office has nothing further to add at this time.
“In this particular case, CFNIS was able to both identify and interview a large number of potential witnesses. The evidence gathered from these witnesses was considered in the ultimate determination that the evidence did not support the laying of any charges,” Provost Marshal Brigadier-General Simon Trudeau said.Canada’s Armed Forces have been in turmoil for months over allegations of misconduct involving senior officers, and the government has faced questions about its handling of the file.Adm.
A government source told The Globe earlier this year that background checks on the admiral did not turn up allegations of sexual misconduct. The Globe is not identifying the source because they were not authorized to speak about the matter. “To be blunt, it’s a political appointment,” Mr. Drapeau said. “He is certainly well qualified and everything else, but does he enjoy the trust of the Prime Minister and the Minister of Defence?”
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