Public Safety committee  The only thing I would add is that I think some of the provinces are moving somewhat away from this, but corrections systems tend to feel that they must develop their own programs for everything, that whether it be health, education, or whatever the program is, they must create that.

Public Safety committee  Mr. Chair and committee members, I am very pleased to be here and to have this opportunity to speak to you regarding these very important issues within corrections. My experience is in the British Columbia corrections system. I spent 36 years in this field, both in community and custody settings, and have worked with youth, men, and women.