report by Statistics Canada.It was all part of the response to help contain the spread of the novel coronavirus in jails.“The COVID-19 pandemic has led to many health and safety challenges for Canadians, particularly for populations in correctional institutions,” the report reads.“Correctional institutions face unique challenges when it comes to preventing COVID-19 infection and transmission among custodial populations, given the close-proximity living conditions and the lack of physical distancing options.” Some Alberta convicts move to house arrest to mitigate COVID-19 risk: official The president of the Canadian Prison Law Association said fewer people in jails is good.“When COVID-19 eventually passes, I certainly hope that governments.