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    March 6, 2023

    What are Parole Conditions & how it works?

    Parole Conditions are imposed when the parole board grants day/full parole to an inmate. There are two types of conditions: general conditions- that every inmate must follow & special conditions targeted by individual.

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    February 23, 2023

    Inmate(s) account & money in prison!

    The Provincial and Federal prisons handles and manages inmate’s money differently. The provincial prison has a simplified approach while the Federal system has more more guardrails and rules

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    February 22, 2023

    Questions the Parole Board can/may ask!- Part 2!

    Part 2 – List of questions the parole board can/will ask to determine suitability for release. The inmate should know and understand their crime and crime cycle to be prepared for their hearing.

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    February 21, 2023

    What is a Halfway House & how it works?

    Choosing the best halfway house is important to the transition of any offender to the community. Know what your goals are, where you want to reside and the support you will require, and start planning early.

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    February 20, 2023

    The Correctional Investigator?

    The Correctional Investigator is an independent agency within CSC that has the authority to investigates complaints by inmates. They can investigate make recommendations and resolve the complaints.

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    February 19, 2023

    Cell Effects allowed in Federal Prisons!

    Inmates in Canadian penitentiaries are allowed specific “Cell Effects,” these items allowed are based on the security level and the prices allocated to these items often vary from the actual price for the items in the community.

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    February 18, 2023

    Questions the Parole Board can/may ask! – Part 1

    Part 1 – Preparing for a parole hearing is the single most important hearing an inmate will have to earn release back to the community. These sample questions will help with your preparation.

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    February 17, 2023

    How a Parole Board decision is made?

    A parole hearing and their decision is the most intense and probably the single most important procedure every inmate will have to undergo. It’s a matter of earning freedom or continue to be in prison.

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    February 17, 2023

    Collect Calls and how it it works!

    Phone calls from prison can be very costly, so know the facts about the best services to use so you can save on the collect calls you are receiving. Avoid hidden fees and save on your calls!

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    February 16, 2023

    How does the new SIU different from segregation?

    “Segregation “in Canadian prisons has been abolished and replaced with the New -Structured Intervention Unity (SIU). These changes are intended to provide care that does not affect mental health.

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    February 14, 2023

    ION- Scanners and Visiting in Penitentiaries.

    If or when you are visiting a penitentiary, expect that you will be required to submit to a an ION scanner test. Be informed, know how to prepare and what to expect!

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    February 14, 2023

    When inmate’s should/shouldn’t apply for parole!

    The decision to apply for parole is the single most important decision any inmate will have to make. He/she must consider all the facts about their incarceration & understand the risks.

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