Alberta's Ministry of Public Safety plans to offer halal food options in provincial jails for Muslim inmates.

Alberta's Ministry of Public Safety is working to introduce halal food options for prisoners in provincial jails, responding to requests from the Edmonton social services agency, IslamicFamily. This initiative aims to address complaints from Muslim inmates about the lack of halal meals. Other Canadian provinces and the federal system already offer halal options, with Alberta planning to implement this service soon, ensuring inmates can adhere to their dietary beliefs.

September 27, 2024
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