End of lockdown and search at Mountain Institution

News release

January 10, 2023 – Agassiz, British Columbia – Correctional Service Canada

The lockdown put in place at Mountain Institution on January 2, 2023, has ended and the exceptional search has been completed. The institution has resumed its normal operations and visits have resumed.

A number of unauthorized items were found during the exceptional search.

The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) is strengthening measures to prevent the entry of contraband into its institutions in order to ensure a safe and secure environment for everyone. CSC also works in partnership with the police to take action against those who attempt to have contraband brought into correctional institutions.

Contacts

Norma Hanson
Assistant Warden, Management Services
Mountain Institution
604-796-1438

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