81.8 Welfare of Women Prisoners
Whereas:
- There is only one federal penal institution for women in Canada; and
- Correctional leaders consider it unsuitable for women; and
- Female inmates in the federal institution lack adequate education and rehabilitation programs, recreational activities, and space for an activity center.
Resolved:
The National Council of Women of Canada requests the Government of Canada to:
- Provide improved education, rehabilitation, and recreation programs for female prisoners.
- Develop improved facilities for female prisoners in regional areas.
- Immediately initiate construction of regional prisons or institutions.