End of lockdown and search at Dorchester Penitentiary - Medium security unit

June 26, 2025 – Dorchester, New Brunswick – Correctional Service Canada

The lockdown put in place at the medium security unit at Dorchester Penitentiary on June 9, 2025, has ended and the exceptional search has been completed. The institution has resumed its normal operations and visits have resumed.

During the exceptional search, contraband and unauthorized items were found.

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.

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