Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Joyceville Institution

News release

February 8, 2024 – Kingston, Ontario – Correctional Service Canada

On February 7, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Joyceville Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.

The contraband and unauthorized items seized included tobacco, cannabis, edged weapons, as well as cell phones and accessories. The total estimated institutional value of these seizures is $70,000.

With the assistance of the Kingston Police, suspects were apprehended in relation to this seizure. 

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

CSC has heightened measures to prevent contraband and unauthorized items from entering its institutions in order 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 or unauthorized items into correctional institutions.

CSC has set up a telephone tip line for all federal institutions so that it may 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. 

Contacts

Mike Shrider
Regional Communications Manager
Regional Headquarters
GEN-ONT-MEDIA@csc-scc.gc.ca
613-530-6941

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