Criminal investigation into alleged staff misconduct at Edmonton prison
EDMONTON — Two investigations are underway into allegations of workplace harassment and other misconduct involving some corrections staff at the federal maximum-security Edmonton Institution.
The Correctional Service of Canada said the probes include a criminal investigation by Edmonton police and a review of its own.
Commissioner Don Head said some staff at the prison have complained of intimidation, bullying and harassment.
“I want to make it clear that such behaviour is not tolerated in our organization and that it is a priority for me and my management team to ensure employees have a positive work environment free from harassment and discrimination,” Head said in a statement Tuesday.