Could restorative justice include making communities more welcoming and supportive of former prisoners returning to communities?What contribution can communities of faith make?Should MP Bragdon's Private Member's Bill be passed, what elements should be included in a federal framework to reduce recidivism?  You could contact your federal member of parliament if you support passage of this Bill: <a href="https://openparliament.ca/bills/43-1/C-228/">https://openparliament.ca/bills/43-1/C-228/</a>

Commentary: COVID-19 and Unrest at Donnacona

Walking through prison gates for the first time is a terrifying experience, regardless of the length of sentence. Walking back out again as a free individual can be just as terrifying, and traumatic. Voices Inside and Out talks with people who’ve actually walked through those gates, both those who’ve walked out again and with those who are still waiting for that day. We look at their personal stories, the strategies they used to get to where they are, their successes, and their failures.  By looking at the common and unique themes from these individual stories we can create stronger support systems for prisoners, their families, and their communities once they reenter them.  The language and views shared  are those of the speakers and may not reflect the position of the JHSC.