Chaplaincy Services

Introduction

Interfaith Committee on Chaplaincy in collaboration with the Correctional Service of Canada

Under the terms of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Interfaith Committee on Chaplaincy (IFC) and the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) signed in January 2007, the CSC provides Chaplaincy Services by entering into contracts with the religious authority who represents the person acting on their behalf. We encourage you to familiarize yourself with the Memorandum of Understanding, Statement of Work as well as the Requirements per the religious tradition. The former outlines the framework under which Chaplaincy Services are to be delivered in Correctional Service of Canada facilities. The Statement of Work provides a detailed description of the work to be done on behalf of the Religious Authority.

When specific locations request the provision of Chaplaincy Services, the IFC and Correctional Service of Canada usually advertise the fact on the Internet, through the religious press as well as to a variety of networks. The Interfaith Committee then designates representatives to screen the expressions of interest received and makes recommendations to CSC Chaplaincy management.

The final evaluation process is co-ordinated by the CSC Chaplaincy Office. Once an offer of service has been accepted, CSC initiates a contract with the successful person's religious authority. Ministry can begin at a mutually acceptable time thereafter.

Further information may be obtained from the Chaplaincy Branch by calling collect (613) 995-8366, by e-mail at ChaplaincyG@csc-scc.gc.ca