Re: (Letters, April 27)

In my opinion, the Canadian justice system is an oxymoron. It really does not do justice to victim, offender or community. Jails are very expensive housing and training. Put a minor offender in jail for months or years till a court date is set and imagine what they can learn from their cellmates? The circle continues, perhaps back to the street or on to more violent facilities?

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The problem with healing or wellness solutions is that they are not corporate sanctioned models.

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Joanna Wilkinson

Victoria