Policy Bulletin

Policy Bulletin 396

Why was the policy changed?

This Commissioner’s Directive (CD) has been updated to reflect changes to the Corrections and Conditional Release Act (CCRA).

What has changed?

Paragraphs 8 and 22 were amended to reflect the changes to section 15.1 of the Corrections and Conditional Release Act (CCRA) reinforcing the importance of the Correctional Plan that requires offenders to meet their court-ordered obligations, including restitution and child support.

Technical modifications have been made throughout the document.

Please note: Future amendments to paragraph 11 will clearly define the Institutional Head’s accountability when exercising discretion.

How was the policy developed?

This policy was revised collaboratively by the Correctional Operations and Programs Sector and the Strategic Policy Division.

Accountabilities?

Institutional Heads, staff involved in the administration of offenders’ money, and offenders.

Who will be affected by the policy?

Staff and offenders.

Other impacts?

None.

Contact:

Pamela Yates
Acting Director, Reintegration Programs
613-992-0810
Pamela.Yates@csc-scc.gc.ca