Does Canada’s Parole System Need an Overhaul?

Police officers block a road leading to the scene of a terror stabbing attack in the Streatham area of south London on Feb. 3, 2020. The man who carried out the attack was recently released from prison after serving half of his sentence for terrorism offences. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has promised to modify release conditions in order to deny parole to those convicted of terrorism offences. AP Photo/Alberto Pezzali

News Analysis

A case discussed by a House of Commons committee this week reflects the ongoing debate around the problems inherent in Canada’s criminal justice system, specifically the parole system.