Yesterday, the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) invited members of the media to tour Springhill Institution, and learn more about the medium-security federal institution in Springhill, N.S.

“Dedication, perseverance and integrity are just a few of the qualities that describe the people who have given and continue to give to Springhill Institution. Springhill significantly contributes every single day to the rehabilitation of offenders and their safe transition to the community. It is our staff, past and present, who have made us successful. I am proud to be a long-time employee of CSC and to continue the family tradition started by my father, who was one of Springhill’s first correctional officers and served his community for over 35 years. We are ready for what the future will bring.”

- Shannon Oickle, Assistant Warden, Management Services, Springhill Institution, CSC

• Springhill opened its doors on September 30, 1967.

  Springhill Institution currently houses approximately 350 male offenders.

  During fiscal year 2015-2016, CSC was responsible for an average of 22,872 offenders: 14,639 in custody in federal institutions (including temporary detainees) and 8,233 supervised by CSC in the community.

  CSC manages and maintains 43 institutions, 91 parole offices, 15 Community Correctional Centres, and 200+ Community Residential Facilities.

  CORCAN is a Special Operating Agency within CSC that provides employment, vocational training and employability skills to offenders in federal correctional institutions, to support rehabilitation and help lower rates of re-offending.

Associated Links

• Springhill Institution
• CORCAN
• CSC's Flickr Account

Media Relations
Correctional Service Canada
ATLMedia@csc-scc.gc.ca