Union of Canadian Correctional Officers reports a surge in assaults and abuse against correctional officers in Canadian federal prisons, exacerbated by drone drops of drugs and weapons.
The Union of Canadian Correctional Officers reports a surge in assaults and abuse against correctional officers in Canadian federal prisons. Prison guards in British Columbia (BC) face a wave of violence, driven by drone drops of drugs and weapons, which is said to be worsening a mental health crisis among correctional officers. The Union and the Correctional Service of Canada have been negotiating a contract for two years, with the union lobbying for better working conditions.
April 17, 2024
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