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CHANGE OF COMMAND CEREMONY AT JOYCEVILLE INSTITUTION

Kingston, ON, 26 August 2010 - As part of the Correctional Service of Canada's (CSC) 30th anniversary, CSC is placing a renewed focus on pride and tradition, including the reintroduction of the Change of Command Ceremony which allows staff to witness the passing of responsibility from one leader to another.

A Change of Command Ceremony will take place on September 10th, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Joyceville Institution. This occasion will mark the change in command from the outgoing Warden Ms. Cathy Gainer to the incoming Warden Mr. Dave Finucan.

This ceremony highlights the importance of being the leader of an institution and that there are responsibilities associated with taking on the role of Warden. It is an opportunity to commemorate CSC's traditions and reaffirm the incoming leader's commitment to enhancing public safety results for Canadians.

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For more information, media representatives may contact:

Lorrie Oddie
Assistant Warden, Management Services
Joyceville Institution
Kingston, ON
Correctional Service of Canada
(613) 536-6410