As a result of their deliberations committees may make recommendations which they include in their reports for the consideration of the House of Commons or the Government. Recommendations related to this study are listed below.

Recommendation 1

That the Government of Canada clarify behavioural expectations in relation to misconduct, including the legal consequences of such conduct, to potential recruits of the Canadian Armed Forces and provide training to members of the Canadian Armed Forces at all levels.

Recommendation 2

That the Government of Canada provide mandatory comprehensive sexual harassment training for all Canadian Armed Forces members and recruits, with training follow-ups on a regular basis.

Recommendation 3

That the Government of Canada provide mandatory comprehensive awareness training regarding lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, two-spirit and other gender identities and sexual orientations questions for all Canadian Armed Forces members and recruits, and that this training be incorporated into regular roundtable discussions in each Canadian Armed Forces department and unit.

Recommendation 4

That the Government of Canada implement all 10 recommendations of the 2015 External Review into Sexual Misconduct and Sexual Harassment in the Canadian Armed Forces.

Recommendation 5

That the Government of Canada ensure that the definitions of harassment and sexual assault, including all forms of sexual misconduct as defined by the Canadian Armed Forces, are used consistently in the Canadian Armed Forces and are consistent with the definitions of criminal harassment and sexual assault in the Criminal Code.

Recommendation 6

That the Government of Canada ensure that any member of the Canadian Armed Forces who wishes to file a complaint of harassment or discrimination can file it through the Canadian Armed Forces’ internal grievance system or through the Canadian Human Rights Commission; that Canadian Armed Forces members are aware of these options; and that the resolution process of the Canadian Armed Forces member’s complaint be resolved within a defined timeframe.

Recommendation 7

That the Government of Canada ensure that the person assigned to adjudicate cases of sexual misconduct in the Canadian Armed Forces is not part of the chain of command of the alleged victim.

Recommendation 8

That the Government of Canada consider ways of providing funding for, or indemnifying, members of the Canadian Armed Forces for the cost of legal representation incurred during administrative dispute resolution proceedings within the Canadian Armed Forces.

Recommendation 9

That the Government of Canada create an external review board to increase accountability within the Department of National Defence Sexual Misconduct Response Centre with regards to providing support to victims of sexual harassment.

Recommendation 10

That the Government of Canada ensure a trauma-informed approach for victims of crime in the Canadian Armed Forces.

Recommendation 11

That the Government of Canada streamline support services for members of the Canadian Armed Forces transitioning to post-service life from active duty by designating one point of accountability and communication to manage the transitioning member’s file.

Recommendation 12

That the Government of Canada examine the present mental health supports available to members of the Canadian Armed Forces and ensure that they are meeting the needs of all members.

Recommendation 13

That the Government of Canada continue working to address gender bias in the delivery of veterans’ services and programs.

Recommendation 14

That the Government of Canada support families and single parents by providing accessible and affordable child care options to members of the Canadian Armed Forces.

Recommendation 15

That the Government of Canada ensure that all members of Canadian Armed Forces receive equal benefits, specifically considering the specific needs of single-parent families as compared to traditional two-parent families.

Recommendation 16

That the Government of Canada make mobility between trades easier for members of the Canadian Armed Forces, including those who are dealing with changing family and/or personal circumstances.

Recommendation 17

That the Government of Canada work to increase the number of women as well as of individuals identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, two-spirit or as other gender identities and sexual orientations in leadership positions within the Canadian Armed Forces.