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Why Canada is jailing more Indigenous people despite Trudeau's promises

Like a growing number of formerly incarcerated Indigenous people, Marvin Starblanket's life is still governed by Correctional Service Canada rules. The rules did not stop Starblanket, who is 42, from getting a pair of gray-scale tattoos on the backs of his hands: "Good" on the right,
The article from AOL News discusses the disproportionate incarceration rates of Indigenous people in Canada, highlighting systemic issues within the Canadian justice system. It points out that Indigenous individuals, who make up about 5% of Canada's population, account for 30% of the federal prison population. This overrepresentation is attributed to several factors including historical colonialism, ongoing discrimination, and systemic biases within the legal system. The piece references a report by the Office of the Correctional Investigator which notes that Indigenous inmates often face harsher conditions, longer sentences, and are more likely to be placed in maximum security. Furthermore, the article touches on the lack of cultural sensitivity in the prison system, inadequate rehabilitation programs tailored to Indigenous needs, and the broader socio-economic challenges like poverty and lack of education that contribute to higher crime rates among Indigenous communities. The narrative also includes calls for reform, emphasizing the need for restorative justice approaches, community-based solutions, and addressing the root causes of crime rather than just the symptoms.

Read the Full AOL Article at:
[ https://www.aol.com/news/why-canada-jailing-more-indigenous-111115963.html ]