Edmonton Institution

Edmonton Institution

Edmonton Institution

21611 Meridian Street
PO Box 2290
Edmonton, Alberta
T5J 3H7

Tel: (780) 472-6052
Fax: (780) 495-7826

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About the Institution

Edmonton Institution is a maximum security facility located in Edmonton, Alberta. The institution is based on a courtyard design model where offender accommodations are direct observation living units.

As part of CSC's efforts to encourage inmates to become law-abiding citizens, CSC offers various national correctional programs.

Work is now underway to increase capacity at the Institution. Construction of one new 96-bed living unit is expected to be complete in 2013-2014. Delivery of correctional and rehabilitation programs is also being expanded.

Facility Characteristics

  • Institution for male offenders
  • Security level: maximum
  • Date opened: 1978
  • Rated capacity: 228