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ALBERT, SK, April 17,
2024 /CNW/ - On April 16,
2024, the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) held a Change of Command Ceremony
at Saskatchewan Penitentiary in the Prairie Region. This occasion
marked the change in command from the outgoing Warden Shawn Bird to the incoming Warden Pattie Krafchuk.
The ceremony reinforces the responsibility of leadership in the
role of institutional head. It represents the symbolic
passing of responsibility, authority, and accountability from one
correctional leader to another.
This ceremony is an important tradition for CSC. It reaffirms
the incoming leader's pledge to support CSC's mission and
contribute to the safety and security of the public, employees, and
offenders.
CSC is proud of the dedicated staff members at Saskatchewan
Penitentiary who work tirelessly every day to make a difference in
the lives of offenders. Their professionalism and commitment
contributes to public safety for Canadians.
Quick Facts
- Saskatchewan Penitentiary was built in 1911 and is located in
Prince Albert, Saskatchewan.
- Saskatchewan Penitentiary is a clustered facility with minimum,
medium and maximum-security units that can accommodate up to 835
offenders.
- CSC employs approximately 623 people at Saskatchewan
Penitentiary.
- Saskatchewan Penitentiary provides resources and programs to
offenders, including intake assessments, interventions, health
services, Indigenous Pathways Healing Units, education, and
vocational training.
Quotes
"Today's ceremony marks the beginning of a new era at
Saskatchewan Penitentiary and the continuation of over a century of
service to Canadians. I thank Shawn
Bird and Pattie Krafchuk for
their outstanding contributions to the Correctional Service of
Canada and Saskatchewan
Penitentiary," said Jason Hope,
Regional Deputy Commissioner, Prairies Region.
Links
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SOURCE Correctional Services of Canada Prairie Region