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Criminological Highlights @crimhighlights.bsky.social · May 21

In an article for the @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social, Tyler King and Tony Doob use evidence from @crimhighlights.bsky.social to unpack the tough road ahead for the Liberals, and to remind Canadians of the policy nightmare we dodged with the Conservative's election loss:
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“And it’s Three Strikes You’re Out at the Old… Election… Game!” - The John Howard Society of Canada

A 'three strikes' anti-crime policy is contradicted by experience and evidence; such policies are expensive and ineffectual.

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John Howard Society of Canada @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social · Apr 29

The John Howard Society of Canada congratulates the Liberal Party on their election win. We look forward to working with PM Carney to advance effective, evidence-based criminal justice policy. Canada needs smart, not tough, approaches to crime.

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John Howard Society of Canada @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social · Apr 23

Overriding the Charter to push ineffective ‘tough on crime’ policies puts politics over principled, evidence-informed criminal justice: Kudos to Prof. Perrin.

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Poilievre wants to override fundamental rights in service of ‘tough on crime’ policies that won’t even work

The Conservative leader's cavalier attitude toward civil liberties should alarm all Canadians.

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Criminological Highlights @crimhighlights.bsky.social · Apr 18

Board members Tony Doob and Tyler King recently published another article for the @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social blog on why increasing the use of pretrial detention will not make communities safer. Read that post here (and if you are in Canada, remember to VOTE!):
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Solving the ‘Crime Problem’ by Locking Up Legally Innocent People - The John Howard Society of Canada

Proposals to restrict bail in Canada using the "Notwithstanding clause' are contrary to the evidence as well as inconsistent with rights.

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John Howard Society of Canada @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social · Apr 16

The Conservative Party has pledged to use the Notwithstanding Clause to override Charter rights and reimpose unconstitutional sentencing laws.

This won’t make us safer — it’ll increase costs, erode rights, and undermine rehabilitation.

#cdnpoli #NotwithstandingClause #CharterRights #SmartOnCrime

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Criminological Highlights @crimhighlights.bsky.social · Apr 5

. @crimhighlights.bsky.social members Tony Doob and Tyler King recently published a short article for the @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social showing that some of the "tough on crime" approaches being spouted by Canadian politicians are unlikely to work. Read that post here:

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Harsh sentences are better at wasting money than reducing crime - The John Howard Society of Canada

Both logic and research evidence show that harsher sentences are not effective in reducing crime - but they are very expensive.

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John Howard Society of Canada @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social · Apr 14

Tough-on-crime policies don’t reduce harm — they target the most vulnerable and cost billions. Senator Kim Pate’s latest op-ed echoes our call for smart-on-crime reforms.

🔗 Read more: sencanada.ca/en/sencaplus...

#SmartOnCrime #JusticeReform

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John Howard Society of Canada @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social · Apr 3

📣 It’s time for federal political parties to get smart on crime. We need made-in-Canada, evidence-based policies that actually improve community safety.

See our policy priorities: johnhoward.ca/our-policy-p...

John Howard Society of Canada @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social · Mar 14

Delaying justice is denying justice. Court delays violate Canadians’ rights, yet they remain a major issue.

Learn more in this JHS blog post: 🔗 johnhoward.ca/news/delayin...

#AccessToJustice #JusticeDelayed #LegalReform

John Howard Society of Canada @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social · Feb 26

Addiction support reduces reoffending.

Substance use is linked to 40% of crimes, yet many leave prison without completing treatment. Expanding rehab access would help people stay on track post-release. JHS urges federal action. Learn more: johnhoward.ca/ffrr/

#ReduceRecidivism #CanPoli

John Howard Society of Canada @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social · Feb 26

Healthcare gaps increase reoffending risk. Those leaving federal prison lose healthcare and wait weeks or months for coverage, risking health crises. The Canada Health Act must be amended to ensure continuous care. JHS urges federal action. Learn more: johnhoward.ca/ffrr/

#ReduceRecidivism #CanPoli

John Howard Society of Canada @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social · Feb 26

Education is digital—prison should be too.

Without internet access, incarcerated people struggle to take courses that support reintegration. A controlled access model, like Australia’s “walled garden,” could help. JHS urges federal action. Learn more: johnhoward.ca/ffrr/

#ReduceRecidivism #CanPoli

John Howard Society of Canada @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social · Feb 26

Employment is key to reintegration.

Many employers reject applicants with criminal records, yet stable jobs reduce reoffending. Supporting the Fair Chances Movement can help change this. JHS urges federal parties to act. Learn more: johnhoward.ca/ffrr/

#ReduceRecidivism #CanPoli

John Howard Society of Canada @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social · Feb 26

Stable jobs reduce reoffending.

Pre-apprenticeship programs can help incarcerated individuals gain skills for in-demand jobs. Expanding these programs would tackle recidivism & the skilled labor shortage. Learn more: johnhoward.ca/ffrr/

#ReduceRecidivism #CanPoli

John Howard Society of Canada @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social · Feb 26

Reintegration support reduces reoffending.

People leaving prison need housing, jobs, and community support to succeed. Government funding for reintegration programs is critical. JHS is calling on federal parties to act. Learn more: johnhoward.ca/ffrr/

#ReduceRecidivism #CanPoli

John Howard Society of Canada @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social · Feb 26

How can we expect people to rebuild their lives without housing?

Up to 30% of people leaving Canadian prisons are released into houselessness, increasing their risk of reoffending. JHS is calling on federal parties to expand housing support for reintegration. Learn more: johnhoward.ca/ffrr/

John Howard Society of Canada @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social · Feb 24

📣 The John Howard Society of Canada Week 📣

Join us March 3–7 for JHS Week. We’re bringing together a diverse lineup of experts to discuss critical topics in the justice system. Check out the speakers and topics for each day in the post!

Register here:
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John Howard Society of Canada @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social · Feb 19

🗓️ Save the date! 🗓️

The John Howard Society of Canada Week is happening March 3–7 with a daily panel at 1 PM ET on key justice issues.

Stay tuned for more details!

#JHSCWeek #JusticeReform #CommunitySafety

John Howard Society of Canada @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social · Feb 17

The Federal Framework to Reduce Recidivism (FFRR) was passed in 2021, but action is still needed to break the cycle of reoffending. Stay tuned as we highlight why these pillars matter and the steps needed for real change. #ReduceRecidivism #CanPoli

John Howard Society of Canada @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social · Feb 7

Thank you. There is also this excellent report from the Canadian Civil Liberties Association that covers a lot of data and evidence
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Lisa Kerr @coleenlisa.bsky.social · Feb 5

Zero question prosecutors + judges already open to substantial sentences, including life, for fentanyl trafficking where facts indicate it is actually a "kingpin" responsible for the operation. Also obvious: this mandatory would be unconstitutionally broad.

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Poilievre Promises Life Sentences For Fentanyl Kingpins - Conservative Party of Canada

Poilievre pledges to reverse Liberal Bill C-5 and impose life sentences for fentanyl kingpins to shut down drug manufacturing and superlabs, saving lives. Vancouver, BC – Conservative Leader Pierre Po...

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John Howard Society of Canada @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social · Feb 7

Five Canadian organizations that are useful sources of information on criminal justice issues.

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Canadian sources for information on the justice system - The John Howard Society of Canada

The post briefly describes five Canadian organizations that provide useful public information about the criminal justice sytem

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John Howard Society of Canada @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social · Feb 7

This is one of an award-winning series of articles (more than 30 now) in Law360 Canada about his experience with the criminal justice system and prison, by 'David Dorson' (anonymous writer)
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Dorson: Christmas in Prison - The John Howard Society of Canada

David Dorson describes in a letter home some of the realities and pressures of Christmas in a minimum security prison.

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John Howard Society of Canada @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social · Feb 7

Link to post on second chances is
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John Howard Society of Canada @johnhowardcanada.bsky.social · Feb 7

New post on adverse social background and the missing voices of the accused in criminal justice, based on work by US legal scholar Steven Zeidman.
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The Silent Story: The Voice of the Accused - The John Howard Society of Canada

Accused persons seldom speak in the justice system, leaving us ignorant of the life circumstances that affect criminal behaviour.

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