Seizure of contraband at Atlantic Institution

December 9, 2016 – Renous, New Brunswick – Correctional Service Canada

On November 29, 2016, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband was seized at Atlantic Institution, a maximum security federal institution.

The contraband seized included 65 grams of marijuana. The total estimated institutional value of this seizure is approximately $10,000.

The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) uses a number of tools to prevent drugs from entering its institutions. These tools include ion scanners and drug-detector dogs to search buildings, personal property, inmates and visitors.

CSC has set up a telephone tip line for all federal institutions to receive additional information about activities relating to security at CSC institutions. These activities may be related to drug use or trafficking that may threaten the safety and security of visitors, inmates and staff members working at CSC institutions.

The toll-free number, 1 866 780 3784, helps ensure that the information shared is protected and that callers remain anonymous.

CSC is strengthening measures to prevent contraband from entering its institutions to help ensure a safe and secure environment for everyone. CSC also works in partnership with the police to take action against those who attempt to introduce contraband into correctional institutions.

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Contact

Nicole Gaudet
Assistant Warden, Management Services
Atlantic Institution
(506) 424-1457