Central North Correctional Centre, maximum security prison
Central North Correctional Centre is a high-security prison in Penetanguishene, Ontario, that opened in 2001 and holds over twelve hundred inmates. The facility is functionally designed with secure fencing and provides housing, medical services, and basic amenities for those in custody.
The facility opened in 2001 to replace older jails in Ontario. It was initially operated by a private company until the provincial government took control in 2006 and made improvements to healthcare and security standards.
Visiting can be restricted depending on facility policies, so check in advance about access rules and requirements. The location in Penetanguishene is accessible by public transit or car.
The prison experienced a riot in 2002 when over one hundred inmates attempted to escape, marking a significant security event in Canada's correctional system. This incident led to major changes in the facility's management and security procedures.
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