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Correctional services are operated by both the federal and provincial governments. Offenders who receive sentences of less than two years or who receive community sentences such as fines, community service work or probation are under provincial jurisdiction. Offenders who receive prison sentences of two years or more are the responsibility of the federal government. Young offender services, including pre-trial supervision, community and custody sentences and Extrajudicial Sanctions Programs, are the responsibility of the provincial government.
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Dog to conduct drug searches at correctional centres
February 28, 2007
Site selected for new Edmonton Remand Centre
February 27, 2007
Government provides $350,000 for restorative justice programs
October 03, 2006
Clearer vision given through Calgary Correctional Centre program
September 29, 2006
New tool to help Alberta police in the fight against crime
August 28, 2006
MLA Review of Correctional Services
The report of the MLA Correctional Services Review Committee was released March 30, 2004, recommending a number of adjustments to reflect changes in the corrections landscape and the committee found that, overall, correctional services in this province are cost effective and well managed.
How do I apply to become a Correctional Peace Officer, or Correctional Service Worker?
What is the role of correctional officers and correctional service workers?
Where can I find information about finding employment with correctional centres and youth correctional centres?
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May 24, 2007