Visits suspended at Drumheller Institution – Possible Norovirus Outbreak

News release

July 30, 2019 - Drumheller, Alberta – Correctional Service Canada

Starting July 29, 2019, all visits to Drumheller Institution are suspended and a lockdown has been put in place pending further notice as a precautionary measure after some inmates showed symptoms associated with Norovirus.

The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) is working with health authorities in order to resolve the situation as soon as possible.

CSC is committed to provide a safe and healthy environment for all staff, offenders and members of the public.

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Contacts

Maureen Quintal
Assistant Warden, Management Services
Drumheller Institution
403-820-6056

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