Seizure of Contraband and Unauthorized Items at Joyceville Institution
January 15, 2025 – Kingston, ON – Correctional Service Canada
On January 15, 2025, Correctional Service Canada (CSC) announced the seizure of a significant amount of contraband and unauthorized items at Joyceville Institution, a medium-security federal penitentiary in Kingston, Ontario.
During a routine search of the institution, CSC officers discovered a large quantity of prohibited items, including:
- 14 cell phones
- 12 SIM cards
- 10 grams of crystal methamphetamine
- 50 grams of marijuana
- 25 grams of hashish
- 10 homemade knives
- 200 grams of tobacco
The seized items represent a serious threat to the safety and security of the institution and its staff. Cell phones and SIM cards can be used to facilitate illegal activities within and outside the prison, while drugs and weapons can escalate violence and pose a significant danger to inmates and staff.
CSC is investigating the source of the contraband and unauthorized items. The involvement of staff or visitors in the introduction of prohibited items into the institution will not be tolerated.
“The safety and security of our institutions are paramount,” said CSC Commissioner Anne Kelly. “We will continue to take all necessary measures to prevent the introduction and trafficking of contraband within our facilities.”
CSC is working closely with law enforcement agencies to investigate the source of the seized items and to identify any individuals involved in their introduction into the institution.
About Joyceville Institution
Joyceville Institution is a medium-security federal penitentiary located in Kingston, Ontario. It has a capacity of approximately 450 inmates. The institution offers a range of programs and interventions aimed at rehabilitating inmates and reducing their risk of re-offending.
About Correctional Service Canada
Correctional Service Canada (CSC) is the federal department responsible for the administration of penitentiaries and the supervision of offenders in the community. CSC’s mission is to contribute to the safety of Canadians by managing offenders in a safe, secure, and humane manner and by providing programs and interventions to assist in their rehabilitation.
Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Joyceville Institution
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