Georjann Morriseau, a member of the Thunder Bay Police Services Board, is taking a month’s leave of absence and has filed her third complaint with the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (HRTO) since October. The complaint includes further allegations of racism and reprisal.
Members of the Thunder Bay Police Services Board are set to consider the creation of an expert panel on Wednesday, which would provide advice and recommendations as they navigate mounting external investigations and human rights complaints.
In the wake of mounting external investigations and human rights complaints against the Thunder Bay Police Service, First Nations leaders in northwestern Ontario are calling for more transparency and accountability.