Seizure of Unauthorized Substance at Cowansville Institution

Cowansville, Quebec, November 14, 2012 – On November 10, 2012, as a result of the vigilance of correctional staff, an object with suspicious content was seized near the perimeter of Cowansville Institution, a medium-security federal penitentiary.

Upon inspection, a total of 12 pounds of tobacco was concealed in the object. The estimated institutional value of the seizure is $48,100.

The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) imposed a total smoking ban in all federal correctional facilities through a phased-approach on May 5, 2008.

CSC is strengthening measures to prevent unauthorized substance from entering institutions, in order to help ensure a safe and secure environment for everyone.

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For more information, media personnel may contact:

Caroline Bouchard
Assistant Warden, Management Services
Cowansville Institution
Correctional Service Canada
450-263-3073 ext.2102