Two inmates, 18 employees tested positive at Kent Institution in British Columbia

British Columbia: Correctional Service Canada (CSC) advises that two inmates and 18 employees at Kent Institution in British Columbia have tested positive for COVID-19. We are closely monitoring the situation, and measures are in place to minimize spread of the virus within the institution.

COVID-19 testing is being offered to inmates and staff. Employees are also required to do a rapid test and provide a negative result before entering the site to prevent possible spread at the institution. Inmate testing numbers are available on our website. The number of active cases currently reported for this institution may change as more testing is conducted and laboratory-confirmed results are available, office said.