NCJ Number
132960
Editor(s)
J Vantour
Date Published
1991
Length
258 pages
Annotation
In tracing the evolution of organizational renewal in the Correctional Service of Canada, this book highlights the need for a responsive system and for people-oriented correctional management.
Abstract
Federal corrections in Canada touch on two fundamental values of society, human freedom and public safety. Prisons in the Correctional Service are generally thought to be the end of the line for offenders. Many Federal offenders have been previously exposed to young offender facilities, probation, and provincial jails. Many offenders are the most difficult, recalcitrant members of society. Furthermore, the Federal corrections system has no control over who is admitted to it and only limited control over when an offender leaves. The review of Canada's Correctional Service defines it as a multifaceted business that involves much more than simply confining people in cells or monitoring them in the community. Correctional staff must be sensitive to the goals of the criminal justice system and be responsive to public interests and pressures. The review traces the organization of the Correctional Service in relation to the decision to change, the establishment of a strategic direction, the formulation of an appropriate mission, and the generation of commitment by staff. The review also discusses the progress made, the effectiveness of the correctional system, inmate perspectives, and roadblocks to progress. An appendix presents the Correctional Services's mission. References