Heat Waves Behind Bars: A Scorching Injustice A federal court has ordered Edmonton Institution for Women to address its long standing heat complaints, a move that is a long overdue recognition of the inhumane conditions faced by prisoners.
For over two decades, Correctional Service Canada has been aware of design problems with the temperature regulation equipment in the secure unit but failed to implement an effective solution.
The consequences are evident: inmates have suffered panic attacks, psychological distress, and sleep deprivation due to sweltering temperatures.