Safety and Accountability in Ontario Corrections Act, 2026
Sponsored by Wong-Tam, Kristyn, Stevens, Jennifer (Jennie) · First Reading Ordered for Second Reading
- Requires the Minister to create a timed plan to bring into force the Correctional Services Transformation Act, 2018 schedules within six months
- Adds whistle-blower protections for people reporting alleged contraventions of prescribed correctional services laws
- Bans reprisals like firing, demotion, discipline or intimidation against whistle-blowers, with fines and civil remedies
- Voids confidentiality agreement clauses that try to stop whistle-blowing, cooperation with investigations or giving evidence
- Lets courts or arbitrators order reinstatement, double back pay, or other compensation for whistle-blowers facing reprisals
- Gives the Inspector General power to compel correctional managers and certain ministers to provide safety and workplace information
- Requires public online reporting of resident numbers at correctional institutions, updated at least every two months