Whistleblower Case Protested

A court ruling that narrowly interprets protection for federal whistleblowers sends a “disturbing” message to government employees who fear reprisal in reporting wrongdoing, says an MP. A federal judge dismissed complaints from a Natural Resources Canada scientist after noting he failed to report reprisals within 60 days as required by law: “The message is, keep your mouth shut”.

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