This dark side case entry focuses on the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and its ongoing issues of sexual harassment and discrimination. The case draws from a class action lawsuit settlement report which details the systemic nature of the sexual harassment and discrimination against female officers by their male colleagues. The case provides background and context on the RCMP as a symbolically significant institution in Canada and raises issues related to organizational culture, change, and leadership. It is intended for undergraduate and graduate student audiences, with the aim to foster learning and discussion that encourages students to move beyond mainstream managerial perspectives and consider the complexity and challenges of systemic organizational misconduct. The case includes a detailed teaching note to facilitate exploration of these topics through a critical management approach.
