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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

END TO EXCEPTIONAL SEARCH - JOYCEVILLE INSTITUTION

KINGSTON, ONTARIO, May 13, 2011 – The exceptional search at Joyceville Institution initiated on Monday, April 25, 2011 has concluded. The Institution is operating on a modified routine.

During the search, staff seized a number of contraband items.

Visits will be re-instated effective Monday May 16, 2011.

Ensuring the safety and security of institutions, staff and public remains the highest priority in the operation of the federal correctional system.

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For more information, media representatives may contact:
Lorrie Oddie
Assistant Warden Management Services
Joyceville Institution, Kingston, Ontario
Correctional Service of Canada
613-536-6410