Change of Command Ceremony Kent Institution in the Pacific Region
News release
September 12, 2025 – Agassiz, British Columbia – Correctional Service Canada
On September 10, 2025, the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) held a Change of Command Ceremony at Kent Institution in the Pacific Region. This occasion marked the change in command from the outgoing Warden Jordan Quaroni, to the incoming Warden Jeff Holliday.
The ceremony reinforces the responsibility of leadership in the role of institutional head. It represents the symbolic passing of responsibility, authority, and accountability from one correctional leader to another.
This ceremony is an important tradition for CSC. It reaffirms the incoming leader’s pledge to support CSC’s mission and contribute to the safety and security of the public, employees, and offenders.
CSC is proud of the dedicated staff members at Kent Institution who work tirelessly every day to make a difference in the lives of offenders. Their professionalism and commitment contribute to public safety for Canadians.
Quick facts
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Kent Institution was opened in 1979 and is located in Agassiz, in British Columbia.
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This is a maximum-security facility that can accommodate up to 420 offenders.
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Kent Institution provides resources and programs to offenders, including educational, vocational, correctional, social programs, Aboriginal Initiatives, and CORCAN.
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Contacts
Kim MacPherson
Assistant Warden Management Services
Kent Institution
604-796-4417
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