Assault of an inmate at Matsqui Institution

April 28, 2026 – Abbotsford, British Columba – Correctional Service Canada

On April 26, 2026, an inmate was victim of an assault at Matsqui Institution, a medium-security federal institution. 

The injured inmate was evaluated by staff members and transported to an outside hospital to receive treatment.

The assailant has been identified, and the appropriate actions have been taken.

The safety and security of institutions, their staff, and the public remains the highest priority in the operations of the federal correctional system.

In order to improve practices aimed at preventing this type of incident, the Correctional Service of Canada will review the circumstances of the incident and take the appropriate measures.