An inmate who wanted to mail letters to acquaintances complained that the Provincial Correctional Centre (PCC) was not allowing them to buy stamps in accordance with policy. This was
despite the inmate claiming they had sufficient funds in their account.
In response to our questions, PCC explained that when the inmate initially requested stamps through the existing administrative process, they did not have sufficient funds in their account. PCC recognized, however, the possibility of miscommunication or a reasonable misunderstanding by the inmate about how stamps could be purchased once funds were placed in their account.
To address this, PCC, at its own initiative, simplified its process so inmates can now buy stamps directly through PCC’s canteen rather than through the administration. This should avoid future confusion regarding when an inmate can purchase stamps.
