The Cadets and Junior Canadian Rangers Group (CJCRG) said it makes every effort to provide facilities people want to use based on their gender identity. .“Youth and their parents/guardians will be made aware of the options available for washrooms, changing facilities and lodgings for activities and how to request an accommodation,” said the Canadian Cadet General Order (CANCDTGEN) in a statement. .“All persons will be invited to make their own selection regarding the washroom/changing facilities they wish to use.”.The CANCDTGEN said the CJCRG promotes a culture where people feel welcomed, valued and safe in an environment free from all forms of discrimination, abuse and harassment. It said it will “foster an inclusive environment where all people may feel empowered to be their authentic selves; safe and comfortable to demonstrate gender identity and their choice of gender expression.”.A review of policies, processes and support materials is underway to identify required changes to ensure CJCRG provides a healthy, safe, and inclusive environment. Adjustments will include changes to ensure greater gender inclusion. .All cadets have to be referred to using the pronouns of their choice. If pronouns are unknown, people should use rank and last name, gender-neutral pronouns based on individual preference or ask others to share their pronouns, should they so desire. .In cases where options for transgender cadets are limited, CANCDTGEN said commanders can consider supporting participants by designating a single washroom as use for all or gender neutral, providing changerooms and shower facilities with privacy curtains, or establishing set timings for facility use..It concluded by saying guidance and support references related to diversity, inclusion and equity can be found within its policies. .“For further support or questions regarding gender inclusion, personnel should connect with their chain of command for further direction and guidance,” it said. .Documents obtained in 2020 showed the Canadian military was getting rid of gender-specific pronouns and replacing them with gender-neutral ones. .READ MORE: “YES ZER!”: Canadian military bans ‘his/her’ pronouns.“Forthwith the use of gender pronouns such as ‘he/his’ and ‘she/her’ are not to be used when drafting peers,” said the Canadian Armed Forces. .“Members will be referred to by rank and name or by using gender-neutral pronouns such as they/their.”.Due to a high level of spam content being posted in our comment section below, all comments undergo manual approval by a staff member during regular business hours (Monday - Friday). Your patience is appreciated.
