CPLA NEWS
CPLA Appoints Jacinthe Lanctot a Life Member of the Association
The Canadian Prison Law Association has awarded senior prison law lawyer Jacinthe Lanctot a life membership in the Association. As described by Stephen Fineberg, another life member of the association, Jacinthe is known and respected for her honesty, dedication,...
CPLA urges federal government action on dry cells, strip searches
In June 2023 the CPLA provided submissions to the federal government urging strong regulatory limits on dry cells and strip searches. Dry celling, an extreme form of solitary confinement, is a cruel and degrading practice. As has been noted by the Correctional...
CPLA supports bill proposing alternatives to isolation and meaningful judicial remedies for prisoners
In April 2023, the CPLA provided submissions to the Standing Senate Committee on Legal and Constitutional Affairs expressing its support for Bill S-230. This bill was sponsored by Senator Kim Pate, former Executive Director of the Canadian Association of Elizabeth Fry...