‘Aspects of the arrangement do not align with our government’s commitment to upholding human-rights standards or our dedication to pursuing social justice and equity for everyone,’ says B.C. Solicitor General.
In a “historic” move, British Columbia is terminating its agreement with the federal government to hold immigration detainees at its provincial jails.
“The review brought to light that aspects of the arrangement do not align with our government’s commitment to upholding human-rights standards or our dedication to pursuing social justice and equity for everyone,” Farnworth said“In light of these findings, the Province is ending its arrangement with the CBSA. B.C. Corrections will provide the CBSA with 12 months’ written notice as required under the current arrangement.
“This is a true human-rights victory, one which upholds the dignity and rights of people who come to Canada in search of safety or a better life.” Across the country, more than 70 correctional facilities are used to hold federal immigration detainees who are deemed a flight risk or a safety threat to the public or to themselves.
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