Author: Muriel Schmidt

How Do Prisons Work In Canada?

Canada’s correctional system designates facilities under various security levels. Most provincial/territorial correctional facilities where offenders serve sentences of less than 24 months, or are held in pre-trial and pre-sentence custody, have cells at different security levels within the same facility. What are Canadian prisons like? Canadian prisons are extremely dangerous. Ling notes that “five murders […]

What Does A Correctional Officer Do In Canada?

Correctional officers work with inmates in Ontario correctional centres, detention centres and jails. They ensure the security and custody of inmates and make sure inmates have what they need for a successful rehabilitation. What are the duties of a correctional officer in Canada? Job duties Observe conduct and behaviour of offenders and detainees to prevent […]

What Is A Sentencing Circle In Canada?

A sentencing circle is an Indigenous restorative justice hearing tribunal that is conducted in collaboration with members of the community and the criminal justice system. It is a process some judges adopt as an alternative to hearing formal sentencing submissions from the defence and Crown lawyers. What is the purpose of a sentencing circle? Sentencing […]

Are Police Held Accountable For Their Actions In Canada?

Police are accountable to the public and are governed by municipal, provincial, and federal government agencies. All police services in Ontario are accountable to the public through the Office of the Independent Police Review Director (OIPRD). How are police held accountable for their actions? Civil lawsuits are a primary mechanism to hold police officers and […]

How Are Police Regulated In Canada?

Police are accountable to the public and are governed by municipal, provincial, and federal government agencies. All police services in Ontario are accountable to the public through the Office of the Independent Police Review Director (OIPRD). How are the police governed? In Greater London, Greater Manchester and West Yorkshire the mayor holds the responsibilities of […]

Is Pvc Banned In Canada?

PVC packaging has been banned or restricted in a number of countries around the world, such as Canada, Spain, South Korea and the Czech Republic. What plastics are banned in Canada? Overview of the Regulations The Regulations prohibit the manufacture, import and sale of single-use plastic checkout bags, cutlery, foodservice ware made from or containing […]

Can You Order A Sword To Canada?

Regular mail such as usps, Canada post delivers sword right to your door as regular mail delivery. Can a sword be shipped to Canada? If you are a visitor to Canada or a resident of Canada, you cannot import prohibited weapons or devices. Can you buy a real sword in Canada? Reliks is without a […]

Is Stevia Banned In Canada?

Purified stevia extract is regulated as a food additive in Canada. It has undergone a full safety review and has been approved for use in various foods sold in Canada. The conditions of use for purified stevia extracts are found under “steviol glycosides” on the List of Permitted Sweeteners. In which country stevia is banned? […]