March 6, 2014 – Kingston, Ontario – Correctional Service Canada
On March 4, 2014, staff members confiscated multiple packages containing unauthorized items from a visitor to Collins Bay Institution.
This seizure is the result of the combined efforts of correctional officers and security intelligence officers. The unauthorized items include 159.57 grams of tobacco. The total institutional value of this seizure is estimated at $3,000.
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.
CSC is heightening measures to prevent contraband 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 into correctional institutions.
The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) introduced a complete smoking ban in all federal correctional institutions in 2008.
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Contact
Wayne Buller
Assistant Warden Management Services
Collins Bay Institution
613-536-6095
