TORONTO, Ontario — Ontario correctional officials announced plans last week to install advanced technology full-body scanners in all 26 of the province’s adult correctional facilities. The installation will take place over two years as part of an effort to further improve staff and inmate safety, reduce contraband and enhance security. The first 11 scanners are scheduled to be installed by the end of March 2017.
TORONTO, Ontario — The Ontario Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services on Jan. 29 announced plans to recruit 180 new correctional officers to work throughout the province. The new group of correctional workers will help increase staffing levels, enhance program delivery and improve overall staff and inmate safety, according to a statement from the ministry.
LONDON, Ontario — Construction on the new Regional Intermittent Centre located on the Elgin Middlesex Detention Centre campus in London is now nearing completion.
NEW LONDON, Ontario — The Ontario Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services announced on May 5 that work to expand the Elgin Middlesex Detention Centre in New London is now underway.
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Winners announced at annual Corrections Summit.
