Policy bulletin 731
To facilitate reading in French, the masculine form is used without prejudice to gender, given the binary nature of the French language.
Number: 731
In Effect: 2026-03-16
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Why the policy was changed
We modified this policy as part of the cyclic national policy review process and to respond to annual reports from the Office of the Correctional Investigator.
What changed
- We enhanced and clearly defined responsibilities regarding the training, issuance, and use of inflammatory agents.
- We removed policy direction already provided in other policy documents (for example, Commissioner’s Directive [CD] 567: Management of Incidents and CD 567-1: Use of Force).
- We added policy direction to address gender diversity and individualized protocols, as well as the requirement to remove a spit hood as part of the decontamination process.
- We added and modified definitions in Annex A.
- We made minor editorial changes throughout the documents.
How it was developed
The Security Operations Division modified this policy in collaboration with the Strategic Policy Division and in consultation with other sectors at National Headquarters and the regions. We held full consultations with internal and external stakeholders, including Inmate Committees.
Accountabilities
Roles and responsibilities are detailed in the policy document.
Who is affected by the policy
All Correctional Service of Canada management and all staff responsible for use, care and control of chemical and inflammatory agents.
Contact
Strategic Policy Division
Email: NHQ.Policy-Politiques.AC@csc-scc.gc.ca