COVID-19 and medical unescorted temporary absences
Unlike in the provincial correctional system, there haven't been any substantial changes in the federal correctional system to help decarcerate prisons and slow the spread of COVID-19. However, there are still mechanisms in place that could be used to get federal prisoners out of custody during the pandemic. Parole by exception is one option, but it can be challenging to meet the legal criteria. Moreover, it can take time for Correctional...