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VISITATION REPORT MISSION AND FERNDALE INSITUTIONS

JANUARY 5-7, 1994

The Interfaith Committee on Chaplaincy

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VIEWS FROM CHAPLALVCY

The purpose of the series is to promote reflexion about chaplaincy ministry in CSC. The articles may be reflective, analytical, success stories, anecdotal, reports, theses, course papers, etc. The initial plan is to print the articles in

the language of the author, and to include an abstract in the other official language. If there is sufficient interest

we will arrange for a translation to the other official language. An index of publications is kept at Chaplaincy Division, NIIQ. Copies are available without charge from the Regional Chaplains or the editor. The editor is the Associate Director Chaplaincy - Training, 340 Laurier Ave. W., Ottawa, Ontario, K1A 0P9. Telephone (613) 996- 7749; Facs. (613) 952-8464.

PERSPECTIVES DE L'AUMÔNERIE

L'objectif de cette série est de promouvoir la réflexion sur le service pastoral dans le SCC. Les articles peuvent être de réflexion autonome, de nature analytique, d'anecdotes, de rapports, de mémoires, de travaux réalisés pour une institution académique, etc. Tout ce qui porte à encourager l'innovation ou l'approfondissement en matière d'intervention pastorale sera considéré pour publication. Notre plan au début est d'imprimer les articles dans la langue de l'auteur avec un résumé dans l'autre langue officielle. S'il y a un intérêt suffisant, nous ferons traduire l'article dans l'autre langue officielle. Une liste complète des publications est toujours disponible à l'A.C. Des copies sont disponibles auprès des aumôniers régionaux ou de la division de l'aumônerie à l'A.C. Le rédacteur est le Directeur-adjoint de l'aumônerie - formation, 340 ouest, av. Laurier, Ottawa (Ontario) KIA 0P9; téléphone (613) 996-7749; télécopie (613) 952-8464.

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The Interfaith Conunittee on Chaplaincy, Visitation Report, Mission and Ferndale Institutions, January 5-7 1994.

Abstract

The visitation team found a basically healthy chaplaincy program in these institutions. Their report addresses the meaning of and need for "sacred space", confidentiality, victim-offender mediation (an issue raised by Case Management), involvement in the orientation program for new inmates, prison marriages and dress for non-ordained chaplains who lead worship..

Le Comité interconfessionnel, Rapport d'une visite aux Établissements Mission et Ferndale, les 5-7 janvier 1994

Résumé

Les membres de l'équipe ont trouvé que le programme d'aumônerie dans ces deux établissements fonctionnait généralement bien. Leur rapport traite du sens et de la nécessité d'une espace sacré, de la confidentialité, les relations entre victimes et agresseurs (soulevé par le département de gestion de cas), de la participation des aumôniers dans le programme d'initiation pour les nouveaux arrivés, des mariages en prison et de la tenue vestimentaire des agents de pastorale laïcs lorsqu'ils qui président les liturgies.

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Report Outline:

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INTERFAITH COMMITTEE ON CHAPLAINCY

IN THE

CORRECTIONAL SERVICE OF CANADA

VISITATION REPORT

MISSION AND FERNDALE INSTITUTIONS

JANUARY 5 - 7, 1994

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• I. Mandate and Introduction II. Purpose of Visitation

III. Persons Interviewed in the Institutions IV. Pastoral Services Provided by Chaplaincy/Ministry Team V. Observations

A. General B. Specific to Mission C. Specific to Ferndale

VI. Recommendations By the Visitation Team VII. Conclusion

VIII. Appendices A. Institution: Mission Chaplaincy Services Report B. Institution: Ferndale Chaplaincy Services Report C. Ferndale Institution Master Plan 1991 D. Mission/ Ferndale Chaplaincy Team Mission Statement

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I. MONIIIITE RND INTRODUCTION:

Under article 6 (b) "Program Evaluation" of the Memorandum of Understanding(1993), the IFC "may from time to time make pastoral visitation to an institution to complement this process". The process being "the shared responsibility of Regional Chaplain and Institutional Warden to evaluate the

chaplaincy program in accordance with standards set by the Director of Chaplaincy". The visit of the IFC Visitation Team on January 5 - 7, 1994, to the Mission and Ferndale Institutions was in response to an invitation from the Chaplains, supported by the regional chaplain, following a successful evaluation of Chaplain Arnie Jensen. At the October 1993 meeting of the IFC Board the invitation was received and a visitation team was set up consisting of IFC Board members: Rev. Tom James, Rev. Garry Dombrosky and Rev. Bernard Pinet. Rev. Gary Gordon, representing the R.C. Archdiocese of Vancouver also attended the visitation. The member of the Evangelical Liitheran Church in Canada, Rev. Ferdy 13aglo, representing the Lutheran Church, was not in attendance because of health reasons. Local arrangements were made in consultation with the chaplains and the Regional Chaplain, Rev. David Hilderman.

II. PURPOSE OF VISITATION

1. To affirm the churches commitment to pastoral ministry within the Mission and Ferndale Institutions.

2. To hear comments and concerns regarding the chaplaincy program within the institutions. 3. To evaluate chaplaincy services in the institution and make suitable recommendations. 4. To report to the Interfaith Committee on Chaplaincy in Corrections Canada on the Chaplaincy

Program in the Institutions. 5. To evaluate the "program" of chaplaincy in the institutions not the chaplains.

• III. PERSONS INTERIHEIUED IN THE INSTITUTIONS:

1. Warden 2. Deputy Warden (not at Mission due to other commitments of Deputy Warden) 3. Unit Managers 4. Chaplains 5. Inmate Committee 6. Chapel Users 7. Volunteer groups 8. Sikh Representative 9. Security - Correctional Supervisor

10. Case Management Personnel 11. Works Staff (Ferndale).

Note: At each institution the interviews were usually 30 minutes in length. At each institution the process began with a visit with the Warden and ended with a debriefing with the Warden. The team was able to join in a special ecumenical service Jan. 5 which was a time to speak informally with volunteers and chapel users.

POSTOROL SERVICES PRO10111E11 BY CUOPLOINCIP/MISSION STATEMENT OF MINISTRY TERM.

Included in the appendices of this report are three documents which outline the nature of the

services provided as well as the goals and mission statement of the chaplaincy team. Outlining the

services performed is the function of: INSTITUTION: MISSION CHAPLAINCY SERVICES REPORT - DECEMBER 1993" (Appendix 1) and

INSTITUTION: FERNDALE CHAPLAINCY SERVICES REPORT - DECEMBER 1993"(Appendix 2).

These documents give a good overall picture of the services performed.

In addition is also included "MISSION/FERNDALE CHAPLAINCY TEAM MISSION STATEMENT"(Appendix 3). It was understood that this is a policy of the region for each chaplaincy

team. In the visitation it was evident to the team that the mission statement was clear and well defined

the nature of the chaplaincy in its function.

"The Mission/Ferndale Chaplaincy team ministers co- operatively and joyfully to the spiritual needs of in mates, staff and volunteers and their families. The team will be visibly and consistently present to these people. We believe that the undeserved love of God becomes real and visible in these human relationships."

In meeting with the Chaplaincy team they identified their four main goals in the initial period of

their ministry as: 1. To build an effective team; 2. To build a support group for themselves as individuals; 3. To formulate the mission statement above; and 4. To be responsive to the needs of the prison community.

OBSERUHTIONS A. General:

1. Sacred Space:

At both institutions the issue of Sacred Space was a key point of tension for the chaplaincy program. There is no 'set aparr space, but rather, though in each institution there is a designated chapel, each has been declared a "multipurpose area." Because of this the chaplains do not always have access to the area. The whole issue of there being a "sacred space" is undone when the same space is used for other purposes which may not always be conducive for the inmates later feeling that they can use the area for spiritual activities. Each chapel is small and could use some maintenance

and addition of symbolic articles that would define them more clearly as a chapel.

2. Office Space:

The chaplains have inadequate office space at Mission in which to carry out their programs which are seen as highly effective by the institutions. The emphasis on family counselling and programs is not possible because of the small size of the office. For minimal cost the chapel office area could be redeveloped by eliminating the wall between the two present offices, allowing for one office of the size to do the activities of their programs and the turning of an area of similar size into a second office. At present this space, though potentially a very good office space, has no clear function other than storage. Office space at Ferndale is also inadequate. The issue of space, both sacred and office, and the obstacles in responding to the need, seem in sharp contrast to the strong success and support for the programs being limited by the lack of space.

3. Volunteers.

A key aspect of the success of the chaplaincy in both Institutions. Many are long term (up to 7 years). The ratio of volunteers at Mission is 100 chapel volunteers (trained) to 248 inmates.

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About 75 % of the volunteers in both institutions (chapel and other) are from local Christian fellowships. The ability to bring whole family units in as volunteers is seen by the visitation team as a strong asset to this program, where many of the inmates lack positive family models.

4. Family Involvement:

It was both observed and well commented on that a prominent strength of the chaplaincy program at both institutions is the family approach. Spouses are encouraged to come to regular worship and several, very successful programs, are structured to include spouses as well. These two programs: "Blessings° and "Forgiveness' are seen by inmates as being most helpful.

5. High Trust Level:

Clearly, in fulfillment of their mission statement, the chaplaincy team has an extremely high trust level among both inmates and staff. They are truly ministering to the needs of the whole institution. In the interviews, in all but one interview with the Mission Case Management personnel, anecdotal material, often of a very personal nature, was shared showing the willingness of inmates and staff to see

the chaplains as pastors to whom they could go. There seems to be a good level of trust, although fears of confidentiality were expressed, most often in relation to former situations in which inmates found themselves. Inmates seem to feel comfortable with the fact that staff is also ministered to by the chaplains.

6. The Marriage of Inmates:

The problem of sustaining existent marriages during incarceration and especially the allowing of marriages of inmates while in prison is clearly identified as a problem that needs both discussion and action. It appears that the chaplains and the wardens are looking at the possibility of an extensive study of marriages conducted in the prison. There is no positive evidence as to the success of prison marriages and some hard data would be useful. There is some positive signs of marriages being able to survive as a result of the deliberate programming by the chaplaincy team.

7. Inmates and Chapel Programs:

It was observed that many of the same inmates participate in all chaplaincy programs and worship services. In both institutions there was a significant overlap between the group of chapel users and the inmate committee. This does not seem to be a cause for any friction or problem within the institutions.

8. Chaplains and Volunteers

Chaplains are not always involved directly with volunteer programs in a clear supervisory role. The high trust level evident between chaplains and long term volunteers and volunteer programs does not lead us to conclude that this is a negative aspect of the chaplaincy program.

9. Sikh Community

A contract Sikh representative was interviewed. The team found this presence predominantly positive, except in one staff reaction where the staff person was also a Sikh. In this case the contract chaplain serves 28 Sikh inmates in the Fraser Valley with a 12 hour a week contract which seems quite generous considering the low numbers. Part of the role outlined by the Sikh representative was not just spiritual but cultural, helping Sikh inmates deal with incarceration and staff understand some of the unique cultural traits of the Sikh community.

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10. Chaplaincy and Staff

Among the staff the chaplaincy team is seen as the primary crisis resources for both staff and

inmates. A strong history of good experiences is being built up and it is clear that the pastoral presence

is welcomed and accepted as part of the whole team within the institution. The Chaplaincy team has

organized their presence at various key daily meetings of the staff and their presence is both valued and

reflective of their high standing in the institutions. On occasions staff have been invited to chapel

activities and on occasions have even joined in with the chapel program. Staff shared a strong unity

with inmates in identifying family programs, trust worthiness, visibility, and compassion of Chaplains as

strengths of the program.

11. Orientation of Staff and Inmates:

Though each institution has its programs of orienting new staff and inmates, it appears that there is

no formal role for the chaplains in these processes. Inmates and staff are left on their own to meet the

chaplains, which they quickly do, with positive results because of the high visibility of the chaplaincy

team.

12. Strength of the Chaplaincy Staff

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feels that it is important to affirm the strength of each of the chaplains and the team they have formed.

They are strong and gifted as individuals and work well as a team. They are to be commended for

laying a strong and positive experience of chaplaincy in each institution.

13. The Institutions

The visitation team was significantly impressed by the positive ways in which they were greeted in

each institution. The treatment of the team by security staff at the main gate and elsewhere shows a

positive attitude among the staff which can only help the work the chaplains are doing.

14. Victim/Offender Programs

The chaplaincy team is very proactive in this area and are seen, especially by Case Management,

as a needed part of the process of Reconciliation. In this area there was perceived to be, among case management, some real lacking of understanding of the work being done by the chaplains in victim/offender reconciliation even while they felt mandated to initiate such activities. It was suggested that Case Management should inquire of the chaplaincy as to the power of confession, absolution and reconciliation. Some 60, out of 240 inmates have indicated interest in this program. 35 have actually requested to begin the process.

15. Support of Chaplaincy by Administration

At both institutions Administration was verbally supportive of the Chaplaincy program. However, a clear and evident inconsistency appears in the lack of basic material support for relatively inexpensive projects such as office renovations as Mission. We appreciate the space limitations in both institutions but the administration could help the chaplaincy within these restrictions in a very cost effective way. Thé chaplains have little control over their chapel space and this is a frustration for both them and especially the inmate church community which lacks a place to identify with within the institution.

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B. Specific to Mission:

1. Community Chaplaincy

The team had the opportunity to share with the inmates in response to their questions about community chaplaincy programs.

2. Staff and Programs

The general level of support for Chaplaincy programs is above average, especially among security staff. Inmates felt that due to lack of material help for the chapel area, the administration was not

supportive of the chapel community in proportion to the good that is being done there.

3. Chapel Area

Is too small and lacks symbolism that clearly identifies it as a 'sacred space. 0 Chapel area is used as a meeting area for many groups leaving it often inaccessible to inmates especially at time when it is used by the Parole Board. Even though there is a lack of job opportunities because of the increased population, there is no chapel clerk. There is no readily available place for a chapel clerk to be located or to work in this area where the chaplaincy has little direct control of its use.

C. Specific to Ferndale

1. Even though the population is smaller than Mission 80 - 100 volunteers are invited to the annual thankyou evening for institution volunteers. It was expressed that some formal expression of thanks from IFC to volunteers be available at these events.

2. The smallness of the Ferndale Institution and its security level lends itself to a very close and positive working relationship between chaplaincy and staff.

3. No problem was expressed with respect to the sharing of chaplains with Mission. The scheduling by the chaplains and their availability does not seem to be a problem in the present situation.

4. Verbal support for adding a chapel in the present building program at Ferndale was given by the Warden. An idea was shared about the possible relocation of a small P.C. Church, no longer in use, as the chapel. This would preserve the historical building, be a good project for the program staff, and has the potential to be a way for the staff and inmates to identify and own the sacred space used by the chaplaincy. This idea was picked up quickly by the staff and the team will be interested in seeing future developments.

5. At Ferndale, because of the building program, there is at least the possibility of the issues of "Sacred Space" to be dealt with in a pleasing way.

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UI. RECOMMENDOTIONS DV THE VISITATION TERM

1. That the present chaplaincy team be commended for their work.

2. That the administration of each of the institutions consider the needs of the chaplaincy on the basis of the success of their programs, and the potential for even greater success if some basic changes were made, especially respect to "Sacred" and office space.

3. That IFC should consider formulating a policy on "sacred" space within institutions.

4. That issues of confidentiality be evaluated constantly to keep it from becoming an issue. Things seem good now. It is in the best interests of all for them to remain that way.

5. That IFC should be pro-active in volunteer appreciation.

6. That the success of the programs: "Blessings" and 'Forgiveness" be noted and shared.

7. That there are some basic clarifications needed in the ground rules in the area of Victim/Offender relationships. Note: This is as a result of the extensive discussions on this issue with the Mission Case Management Group.

8. That the chaplains be more clearly included in the orientation programs for both staff and inmates at both institutions.

9. That the language of calling the chapel area, "A Multipurpose Space," be considered as inappropriate by IFC.

10. That the IFC support study of marriages in the setting of prisons.

11. That there be some discussion on issues related to how non ordained chaplains vest, are identified, and dress as they lead worship.

VII. CONCLUSIONS:

The visitation of January 5 - 7 was to a situation where the team could observe a healthy and positive chaplaincy program in action. Family involvement, visibility, involvement with both staff and inmates, programs such that deal with forgiveness, and the high trust level in the institutions stand as a positive reinforcement of the goals of the IFC, The Church Bodies represented by IFC, the CSC, and the Memorandum of Understanding. The team was welcomed with an appreciation, if not always an understanding, of their purpose. These visitations are an important means to raise the level of awareness of chaplaincy in an institution, show the institution the importance of chaplaincy as part of its team structure, education of the prison community about the work and role of IFC, and support the chaplains on site in a very special and positive way. We commend this report to the IFC for distribution.

Rev. B. Pinet Rev. T. James. Rev. G. Gordon Rev. G. Dombrosky, Secretary.

Security Level: Medium

Chaplaincy Team:

Max. Pop: 242

INSTITUTION: MISSION CHAPLAINCY SERVICES REPORT - DECEMBER 1993

Father Fred Doll, full time, Bilingual Reverend Arne Jensen, full time, English

Visible Presence:

Both chaplains spend time at both institutions. Our mission states "The Mission/Ferndale chaplaincy team ministers cooperatively and joyfully to the spiritual needs of inmates, staff and volunteers and their families. The team will be visibly and consistently present to these people. We believe that the undeserved love of God becomes real and visible in these human relationships". Chaplains are involved in many areas of the institution. They make regular visits to the hospital, isolation, work areas and living units. They provide individual counselling sessions.

Worship and Sacraments:

Roman Catholic Mass is provided every Sunday at 0930 hours.

Protestant Service is provided every Sunday at 1415 hours.

Both services are family oriented so that inmates can bring their guests from V&C. Volunteers assist with worship twice a month.

Chaplains are available for private communions, baptisms, weddings and confessions.

Religious Education:

A pastoral group of six couples met in the Chapel Monday evenings. We studied 'The Blessing" by Gary Smally and John Trent and "Forgive and Forget" by Lewis Smedes.

Tuesday: A group from Calvary Church, Burnaby has been coming in for twelve years.

Wednesday: Alternate three volunteers visit, pray and sing with inmates.

Thursday: Ernie Meuller and his group Set Free Ministeries, lead a worship or study experience.

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Saturday: Altemated between Chinese Baptist Group and "Air Waves to Glory" provide study and singing.

Sunday Evening: Salvation Army leads worship service.

Community Involvement:

Chaplains accept invitations to speak in local churches. Besides regular volunteer program, there have been four special chapel events in the last four months involving up to 20 volunteers from local churches and about 20 inmates. In total, the chaplaincy program at Mission delivers an average of 100 person hours per week to the institution. Chaplains attend the local ministerial and deanery meetings putting them in contact with the local church leaders.

Integration of Chaplaincy into the Life of the Institution:

There is a good line of communication between Case Management and V&C staff. Chaplains attend staff and Divisional meetings. Chaplaincy involvement with staff families during times of sickness or crisis is highly appreciated. Chaplains participate in staff training events, giving presentations on: advanced communications, drug dependencies and on duties and philosophy of chaplaincy. Memorial services are arranged for both inmates and staff.

Comment:

1. Re-emphasis on visible presence.

2. Continued effort to assure sacred space.

3. Continued effort to ensure family relationships in the case management process.

Special/Innovative Initiatives:

integration of religious community into chaplaincy programs.

The Catholic Charities Justice group (through John Zanatta) does family counselling through the chapel.

strong support and coordinating efforts re: Native Spiritual programs.

facilitate Victim Offender Mediation Pilot program.

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a) Worship/per month 140 (both services)

b) Volunteer hours per month 430

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INSTITUTION: FERNDALE CHAPLAINCY SERVICES REPORT - DECEMBER 1993

Security Level: Minimum Max. Pop: 110

Special Features: forestry work camp near populated centers. There is a high level of community involvement.

Chaplaincy Team:

Father Fred Doll, full time, Bilingual Reverend Ame Jensen, full time, English

Visible Presence:

Both Chaplains are regularly at Ferndale. The Mission/Ferndale chaplaincy team ministers cooperatively and joyfully to the spiritual needs of inmates, staff and volunteers and their families. The team will be visibly and consistently present to these people. We believe that the undeserved love of God becomes real and visible in these human relationships.

Worship and Sacraments:

Roman Catholic Family Mass 1930 hours Saturday

Protestant Family Service 1300 hours Sunday

Volunteers escort inmates into services in Mission, Mennonite Churches, Mt. Calvary Lutheran, St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church and Sikh Temple (group passes).

Religious Education:

Sunday: Prison Fellowship conducts singing and sharing groups Sunday evening.

Tuesday: Salvation Army conducts a worship service.

Wednesday: Bible Study Columbia Bible College.

Saturday: Jehovah Witness conduct a Bible Study.

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Community Involvement:

There is a high degree of contact between the institution and local church groups. About 20 chapel volunteers provide an average of 60 person hours every week. Other church Volunteers also do citizen's escorts which would bring the total person hours per week closer to 100.

Intearation of Chaplaincy into Life of the Institution:

There is a lot of interaction between the chaplain and case management and administrative staff at this institution. This is due partly to the fact that the institution is small, thereby increasing contact. The group pass program allowing inmates to worship in local churches also necessitates a lot of interaction and cooperation. Chaplains' ministry to staff is deeply appreciated.

Special/Innovative Initiatives:

unusual degree of contact between churches and inmates both inside the institution and inside local churches.

the Salvation Army group, with the support of the institution and the chaplains was able to make special arrangements for a Christmas dinner for inmates and their spouses both inside and outside the institution.

strong support and coordinating efforts re: Native Spiritual programs.

there is a well-developed volunteer escort program at this institution and many of the volunteers doing the escorts are church people. Many have been recruited by the chaplains or the Salvation Army officer and the institution.

Comment:

1. Continue to stress visible presence.

2. Continue to establish sacred space.

3. Continue to aid in family relationships through the case management process.

Hours:

a) Worship/per month 100 (both services)

b) Volunteers, citizen escorts 812

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CANADA CORRECTIONAL SERVICE FERNDALE INSTITUTION

MASTER PLAN 1991

INTRODUCTION Page 2

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BUILDING SCHEDULE

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EXISTING INSTITUTION

FACILITY PLANNING AND STANDARDS 20/12/91

CORRECTIONAL SERVICE FERNDALE INSTITUTION

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CANADA MASTER PLAN 1991 •

INTRODUCTION Page 3

Ferndale Institution is a minimum security facility located on the Dewdney Trunk Road three kilometres from Mission, British Columbia. It occupies about one third of the Mission Medium Security Institution reserve and is located about 400 metres from Mission Institution. Ferndale was opened in November 1973. Adjacent land-use is low-density residential, some commercial development and municipal buildings. Access consists of a paved road from Dewdney Trunk Road, connecting it to the Mission Institution access road.

Ferndale is desig,nated a minimum security institution and as such, security measures are minimal and basically dynamic in nature. As a minimum institution, it does not have a perimeter fence. The Institution has nine established security posts which are staffed by Correctional Officers from the Unit Management department and who provide security services as well as undertake unit management activities such as a caseload. No changes to security level are envisioned.

Mission Institution provides services to Ferndale including personnel and sentence administration services, health care and psychology services, fleet management and maintenance, segregation and dissociation services. Other services are provided in the City of Mission including in-patient services at Mission Memorial Hospital, fire protection and water, gas, storm and sanitary sewers. Centralized training and purchasing services are provided by Pacific Regional Headquarters in Abbotsford, BC.

The Institution is organized campus-style, in separate, small buildings. Current space and facilities are inadequate for many programs and are rather disorganized. This impacts on program delivery and operation of the Institution. As well as shortage of space, much of the space is in sub-standard trailers which comprise approximately 65% of the current floor area. Trailers have a normal life span of 7-10 years, however, these ones have been in place since 1973 and were moved from elsewhere. Their age is over 18 years, or twice the normal life-span.

Other buildings consist of those recently constnicted and the original buildings used for service purposes. Recently constructed buildings are in good shape and permanent in nature, other buildings will require some upgrading to meet current needs. Water and sewage services are supplied from off-site and electrical power is supplied by an overhead, pole-mounted system which is rated by PWC to be in poor condition. Access is supplied by an ad-hoc system of roads and parking lots, much of it in poor condition.

The opposite drawing of the edsting institution indicates which buildings are trailers and in need of replacement. Further information about the buildings is contained in Appendix 4 - Building Conditions.

A Correctional Service Master Plan represents a consensus among many players involved in the management and development of the Institution as to a strategy for the next ten

FACILITY PLANNING AND STANDARDS 20/12/91

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CORRECTIONAL SERVICE FERNDALE INSTITUTION CANADA MASTER PLAN 1991

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Page 7

Ferndale Institution is a minimum security facility located on the Dewdney Trunk Road three idlometres from Mission, British Columbia. It occupies about one third of the Mission Medium Security Institution reserve and lies about 400 metres from Mission Institution. Ferndale was opened in November 1973. The campus-style Institution currently houses program departments and activity spaces in small, separate buildings, many of which are trailer units more suited for temporary than long-term use. Buildings are connected by walkways for the use of staff, inmates and visitors. As a minimum security institution, Ferndale Institution does not have a perimeter fence.

INSTITUTIONAL ROLE

Ferndale Institution is the only minimum security institution in an urban setting in the Pacific Region and as such, is the receiving institution for inmates considered ready for exposure to community programs and resources. Ferndale is operated on the Unit Management model. The Warden reports to the Regional Deputy Commissioner and is supported by two divisional heads, a Unit Manager and an Assistant Warden Management Services (AWMS). The April 1989 resource allocation was 43.5 personyears. The rated capacity is 110 inmates.

Inmate programs are provided in education and vocational training and include adult basic education, life skills training and industrial and business courses oriented towards forestry and agriculture. Employment within the Institution is related to the training programs and the provision of institutional services. Ferndale also has a well-developed community contact program. Neighboring Mission Institution provides medical services and vehicle maintenance to Ferndale while Ferndale provides outside grounds maintenance for both Mission and nearby Matsqui Institutions.

The role of Ferndale Institution is an important one and the Master Plan proposes to emphasize this importance by enhancing its identity as a visibly identifiable and autonomous institution. Current capacity and program will be maintained, but potential for expansion and change will be kept in mind. Facilities for program delivery will be upgraded where necessary to meet current standards and reqùirements.

SUMMARY OF OPERATIONAL PROBLEMS

This Master Plan revolves around the resolution of key problems which have greatly limited the Institution's ability to meet objectives. Key problems include:

• a shortage of adequate accommodation particularly for administration, social/cultural development, academic and occupational training;

• scattered and poor relationship of functions, poor site configuration and temporal zoning, conflicting occupancy and circulation patterns;

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MISSION/FERNDALE CHAPLAINCY TEAM MISSION STATEMENT

The Mission/Ferndale Chaplaincy-team -ministers co-operatively and joyfully to the spiritual needs of inmates, staff and volunteers and their families. The team will be visibly and consistently present to these people. We believe that the undeserved love of God becomes real and visible in these human relationships.

THE IMPORTANCE OF RECONCILIATION

The process of Reconciliation is our primary model for ministry. We see the necessity for reconciliation on many levels -- between the offender and family, community, victims and staff There is a need for reconciliation in the stressful and strife-filled càmmtmity inside the prison. There is a need for reconciliation between the larger community and the prison and between the church on the outside and the church on the inside.

Where a crime has been committed, the destruction cannot be repaired by punishment, but only through restoration of community.

It is this process of building and re-building community and malcing bridges between communities and individuals where we see our ministry of reconciliation becoming incarnate.

THE IMPORTANCE OF PRESENCE

A chaplain's presence is more than physically "being there." It also means maldng a chaplain's person available to the people he/she meets. It also means maldng the community and tradition Who sends the chaplain into the prison available to the people the chaplain deals with. As the chaplain makes his person available so he also invites the people he interacts with to bring forward their own personal, spiritual, and family concerns, hopes and dreams. Chaplaincy represents the personal in an impersonal atmosphere.

THE IMPORTANCE OF THE FAMILY

We recognize the tremendous importance of the family in supporting and shaping both inmates and staff. We commit ourselves to exploring areas which can strengthen the families of our parish.ioners in a way which allows them to do their work.

MISSION/FERNDALE CHAPLAINCY TEAM GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Team Ministry is critical to the fulfillment of our mission and it means, primarily, full co-operation between all members of the team on all projects. When only one chaplain is on duty, that chaplain is fully in charge of all Chaplaincy matters, excepting sacramental acts.

2. Chaplaincy is an integral member of the Correctional Treatment Team.

3. Chaplaincy honours all religious faith groups and is committed to the total Pastoral well being of these various spiritual communities.

4. The Visible Presence of the chaplains is a sacramental sign of the continuing love and concern of God and the church foii;people "caught up" in a correctional environment that often is harsh and dehumanizing.

5. We express joy in the fact that all human beings are redeemable. We affirm that Joy is a necessary counterbalance to the discouragement and despair we often see.

6. Chaplaincy has an important role in building bridges between Correctional Institutions and the church and community.

7. The chapel is a sacred space for all believers to experience the presence of God, to worship, to pray and meditate and seek sanctuary.

8. Chaplaincy will speak prophetically, advocating for: human dignity, the importance of spiritual life and development and justice.

MISSION/FERNDALE CHAPLAINCY TEAM 92 - 93 PASTORAL PLAN

1. Facilitate the Victim Offender Mediation Project in the Institution.

2. Plan and complete week-end retreats for inmates.

3. Chaplaincy team to offer an evening spiritual awareness group (THE BLESSING AND FORGIVE AND FORGET) for inmate husband and wives.

4. To offer regular Protestant and Catholic family services which continue to be very successful.

5. Plan and implement a Chapel Voluntepr recognition, education and recruitment luncheon or supper. The new Mission Statement, Guiding Principles and Pastoral Plan will be shared at that time depending on Institutions supplying funds.

6. Maintain a relationship with Christ the King Seminary (at the Abbey) that will ensure ongoing interaction.

7. Explore a relationship with Columbia Bible College that will ensure ongoing interaction.

8. Plan and implement a staff week-end retreat for both institutions. This depends on funds being made available by the Institution.

9. Implement measures to ensure opportunity for worship and religious instruction and celebrations of Sikh-inmates. CO D )

10. Redefine the role of the Chapel in C.S.C.

11. Explore possibility of mens group in Mission.

12. Chaplains to continue ongoing education.

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