Bonk explained : “ Some of our institutions are 100 years old . We ' re talking about walls that are three feet thick with rebar . We have to think differently about how we can provide these services in a modern way while considering that some of the infrastructures are dated .”
Modernising corrections can have profound impacts on society To ensure that the organisation ’ s adoption of digital technologies keeps increasing , Bonk highlighted that investment and support from partnering companies and central agencies are essential . With this , he said : “ Corrections globally needs to think about how to position itself effectively to optimise investment from central agencies .” Bonk continued , “ recidivism , and the ways to reduce it , is spoken about a lot in corrections . To elevate the narrative around correctional facilities and the role they play , CSC wants to demonstrate the linkage between how well equipped we are to reduce reoffending and how these positive correctional outcomes strengthens Canadian society more broadly .”
Outlining this , Bonk explained : “ Modernisation can have broader impacts to Canada ’ s urban , rural and remote communities ; strengthening employment opportunities for offenders , developing a skilled workforce in the communities where CSC has a presence , and supporting improvements in community social services are just a few ways CSC can positively impact the communities it is connected with .”
Harnessing partnerships to improve correctional services Partnerships are invaluable to the success of CSC , by elevating this conversation and showcasing the societal benefits to rehabilitation , Bonk hopes this will strengthen the case for larger investments from
“ WE ' RE GOING TO BE CREATING
A WORK ENVIRONMENT
THAT ' S HEALTHY , AND MORE
SECURE AND MORE PRODUCTIVE ”
SIMON BONK CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER ,
CORRECTIONAL SERVICE OF CANADA
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