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House Hansard - 56

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
April 8, 2022 10:00AM
Context: House Hansard - 56 - Apr/8/22
Hon. Marco Mendicino (Minister of Public Safety, Lib.)
  • Apr/8/22 12:02:48 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, the penitentiary agricultural program helps federal inmates gain the employment skills that are required for them to find meaningful employment in the community, which enhances their integration. In fact, we know offenders who participate in these programs are three times less likely to reoffend and find themselves back in custody. That is why I am pleased to announce that the Correctional Service of Canada has indeed awarded a contract in Joyceville, and we will continue to work with my colleague and others in the chamber so that we can see this project to completion. Of course, we will make sure that this contract complies with all of Canada's international obligations.
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Context: House Hansard - 56 - Apr/8/22
Hon. Marco Mendicino (Minister of Public Safety, Lib.)
  • Apr/8/22 12:03:59 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, I agree with my hon. colleague that, of course, we want to treat inmates fairly and we want to compensate them fairly. That is why I am pleased to share with him, and all members, that we have awarded the contract through the Correctional Service of Canada. We are going to make sure that those inmates are getting the skills and the experience they require to become positive, contributing members to society, and we will work with all members to make sure that this experience and the training are done in accordance with all of Canada's international obligations.
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Context: House Hansard - 56 - Apr/8/22
Hon. Marco Mendicino (Minister of Public Safety, Lib.)
  • Apr/8/22 12:05:09 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, I want to thank my hon. colleague for his advocacy in his community. I have committed to working with him and other members who are engaged in the process of making sure that we have these programs come back to total fruition in the community. As I said, these programs ensure that inmates are equipped with the tools, the experience and the skills that are necessary to safely reintegrate into their communities. I know my hon. colleague raises a specific issue with regard to licensing. We are engaging with him, and we will continue to do so.
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