Ontario's law to transform jails is 'collecting dust.' A new bill aims to hold the province's feet to the fire | Unpublished
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Publication Date: April 30, 2026 - 09:30

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Ontario's law to transform jails is 'collecting dust.' A new bill aims to hold the province's feet to the fire

April 30, 2026

For years, Ontario has sat on legislation meant to tackle chronic problems inside its jails — with laws passed years ago left on the books as issues of violence, overcrowding and mental health behind bars swell.



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