Serving Life 25. One Guard's Story

09/04/2026

Did you know the electric chair was invented by a dentist?

What city is the Happy Face Killer connected to?

08/28/2026

08/14/2026

Should the CSC issue these shock gloves?

08/14/2026

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Yes, yesterday a RCMP Officer lost his life to su***de in Alberta. We will remember him and hold his family and colleagues in a hug of comfort during this difficult time of grief and sadness.

08/11/2026

PERFORMED AT
William Head Institution
(6000 William Head Rd, a 35 min drive from Victoria)

08/10/2026

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Visits at Matsqui Institution in B.C. are currently suspended due to a burst pipe resulting in significant water damage affecting parts of the institution. Some inmates have been relocated to other federal institutions in B.C while urgent repairs are underway. This situation is unrelated to the current B.C. wildfire situation. Read more… https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/08/inmates-temporarily-relocated-from-matsqui-institution-due-to-water-damage.html

08/07/2026

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Correctional Service Canada (CSC) is deeply saddened by the tragic loss of two officers and an offender in a tragic accident during a transfer from Edmonton Institution for Women. We extend our deepest condolences to the families, loved ones, friends, and colleagues during this incredibly difficult time.

Our colleagues who lost their lives in the line of duty served Canadians with professionalism, dedication, and courage. Their commitment to public safety and to CSC's mission leaves a lasting legacy, and we will ensure their invaluable contributions to our country are never forgotten.

08/04/2026

With all the brouhaha over the current Canadian government’s use of British English, I am proud to say since my writing journey began in 2015, I have used British English throughout my four books. Further, I have strived to use Canadianisms throughout my books, representing the Canadian way of life. Long before this so called trade war with the US, I have used Canadians to edit, design and publish my books. With book 3 and book 4, I am pleased to have used a Chilliwack, family business for publishing.

So, from toques to toonies, from pop, not soda, to the famous double double, Serving Life 25 series of books are all Canadian.

Not bad eh?

08/01/2026

It's hard to believe Kent Institution was first opened 47 years ago today. Touted as the “Vanguard of change” Kent has seen its fair share of murders, riots, helicopter escape and two box escapes.

Bob Swan from Mission Institution received the first badge, marking the beginnings of the Correctional Service of Canada.