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Prisons Inside/Out

Correctional Service Canada
Correctional Service Canada
Restorative Opportunities Program
Healing Lodges
Public Safety
Indigenous Culture
Contraband
Canada
Canadian Corrections
Parole
Intergenerational Trauma
Reintegration
Pê Sâkâstêw Centre
Indigenous Rights
National Monitoring Centre
Cultural Reconnection
Life Sentences
Voting Rights
Women In Corrections
Indigenous Issues
Minimum Security

Listen to Prisons Inside/Out, a podcast from Correctional Service Canada. Follow along as we take you beyond the walls of our institutions, highlighting the important work we do to protect Canadians and change lives every day.

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In this episode, we explore how education transforms lives within Canada's federal correctional institutions. We’ll hear a teacher talk about his work, and we'll also hear from one of his students who reflects on the positive impacts education had on... more

The Behind the Badge series is back, sharing the stories and voices of frontline staff across the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC). In this episode, we hear from Ashley, a Primary Worker at Nova Institution for Women in Truro, NS. Primary Workers... more

Since 1964, Canada’s Penitentiary Museum has been preserving the rich and complex history of corrections in our country. Located just across the street from the former Kingston Penitentiary, Canada’s first federal institution, the museum houses artif... more

“Reconnecting with their culture, I see a smoother reintegration into the community because they find a sense of belonging and it provides a big support network for them.”Indigenous peoples are overrepresented in Canada’s federal correctional system,... more

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Recent Guests

Josephine Buffalo
Esteemed elder at Pei Sasketeau Centre, a CSC-operated healing lodge in Alberta.
Pei Sasketeau Centre
Episode: Cultural reconnection in Indigenous corrections: Part 2
Stephanie Moray
National Elections Coordinator for the Correctional Service Canada
Correctional Service Canada
Episode: Can inmates vote?
Annette Christot
Chief of Administration Services at Milhaven Institution and primary liaison officer for elections
Milhaven Institution
Episode: Can inmates vote?
Rick Sauvet
Lifer and advocate for prisoner's voting rights who challenged the constitutionality of the voting ban
Episode: Can inmates vote?
Daniel Kletke
Supervisor at the National Monitoring Centre
Correctional Service Canada
Episode: The National Monitoring Centre
The Offender
An Indigenous activist and longtime advocate for prisoner rights.
Episode: Restorative justice: Part two
Teddi Saddleback
Acting executive director at Pê Sâkâstêw Centre
Pê Sâkâstêw Centre
Episode: Cultural reconnection in Indigenous corrections
Ellen Connor
Correctional Manager with nearly 26 years of experience in CSC, specializing in minimum security
Correctional Service Canada
Episode: Behind the Badge: Part three (minimum security)
Kathy Neil
First ever Deputy Commissioner for Indigenous Corrections at CSC
Correctional Service Canada
Episode: Celebrating women in corrections

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Kirsten Gagnon
Host of discussions surrounding corrections, rehabilitation, and social justice.

Reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars from 62 ratings
  • Insightful

    Always look forward to new episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    going_up
    Canada5 months ago
  • Garbage

    Typical propaganda from an organization that wastes $3 billion in Canadian tax dollars a year

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Lisa4414
    Canada6 months ago
  • It’s alright

    It’s alright but hard to masterbate to

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Big boss man top dog
    Canada9 months ago
  • Propaganda

    Don’t listen to a word

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Lisa4414
    Canada2 years ago

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Inside Canada's Penitentiary Museum
Q: What would be the penalty for talking?
Talking could lead to being placed in the dark cell, receiving meals of just bread and water, depending on the nature of the conversation.
Inside Canada's Penitentiary Museum
Q: How did Canadians perceive crime back then compared to now?
Back then, crime was viewed clearly; anyone who offended the law was seen as a criminal, and prison terms were harsh with a strong emphasis on moral instruction for rehabilitation.
Inside Canada's Penitentiary Museum
Q: Could you give us a bit of an overview of when the first penitentiary opened in Canada?
The first penitentiary opened in 1835, with local jails present prior to that without classification or rehabilitation.
Cultural reconnection in Indigenous corrections: Part 2
Q: How do you guarantee public safety?
Public safety is ensured through structured activities and escorted temporary absences, demonstrating a solid track record of safety by having no incidents during such absences.
Cultural reconnection in Indigenous corrections: Part 2
Q: Can you tell me a bit about the importance of storytelling in the work you do?
Storytelling is essential, as it allows inmates to learn cultural teachings while fostering a deep sense of connection and respect.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Prisons Inside/Out

What is Prisons Inside/Out about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content explores critical issues surrounding the Canadian correctional system, focusing on rehabilitation, prisoners' rights, and innovative approaches to inmate care. Key themes include cultural reconnection for Indigenous offenders, healthcare within prisons, the role of primary workers, and the significance of voting rights for inmates. The series features a variety of guests, including correctional staff, healthcare professionals, and advocates who provide insights into their unique experiences and the programs aimed at fostering recovery and reintegration into society. Authentic storytelling and expert discussion offer listeners a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of corrections in Canada, highlighting successful init... more

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1. Josephine Buffalo
2. Stephanie Moray
3. Annette Christot
4. Rick Sauvet
5. Daniel Kletke
6. The Offender
7. Teddi Saddleback
8. Ellen Connor

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