BackThe Ombudsman for the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Forces has published its 2014-2015 Annual Report. This report provides an overview of their activities and operations from April 1, 2014 to March 31, 2015. Additionally to the written report they also released an accompanying video.
The Office of the Ombudsman was created in 1998 to increase transparency in the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces, and to ensure the fair treatment of Canadian Armed Forces members, departmental employees, and their families.
The Office acts as a direct source of information, referral and education. It helps members of the Defence community navigate a large and complex organization in order to access existing channels of assistance or redress when they have a complaint or concern.
The Office is also responsible for reviewing and investigating complaints from constituents who believe they have been treated improperly or unfairly by the Department of National Defence or the Canadian Armed Forces.
Source: Ombudsman for the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Forces, Canada
