Canadian CorrectionsCanadian Corrections offers a comprehensive introduction to correctional practices in Canada. This user-friendly text combines description, analysis of critical issues, current research and case students to teach students the inner-workings of the Canadian correction system. The second edition includes all current research findings and up-to-date statistical material as well as new information on trends in Canadian corrections, the challenges of probation in the 21st century and the privatization of corrections in Canada. |
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The Federal System of Corrections | 8 |
St Leonards Society of Canada | 14 |
Trends in Corrections | 20 |
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