Change of Command Ceremony at Dorchester Penitentiary
News Release
May 29, 2017 – Dorchester, New Brunswick – Correctional Service Canada
On May 25, 2017, the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) held a Change of Command Ceremony at Dorchester Penitentiary. This occasion marked the change in command from the outgoing Warden, Ed Muise, to the incoming Warden, Jennifer Fillmore.
The ceremony reinforces the responsibility of leadership in the role of Warden. It represents the symbolic passing of responsibility, authority, and accountability from one correctional leader to another.
This ceremony is an important tradition for CSC. It reaffirms the incoming leader’s pledge to support CSC’s mission and contribute to the safety and security of the public, employees and offenders.
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“It is an honour and a privilege to be standing here today as Warden. Dorchester Penitentiary has been my career, and the people in it are my second family. This opportunity is very personal for me and I will not take it for granted.”
Jennifer Fillmore, Warden of Dorchester Penitentiary, Correctional Service Canada
Contacts
Claude Chavarie
A/Assistant Warden, Management Services
Dorchester Penitentiary – Medium Security Unit
506-379-4614