Protesters outside Kitchener correctional facility call for changes to prison labour system [Video]

A protest outside the women’s prison in Kitchener caused some lengthy traffic tie-ups in the area Tuesday.

Dozens of cars lined Homer Watson Boulevard as unionized prison workers marched outside the Grand Valley institution for Women. It was part of a one-day protest by the Union of Canadian Correctional Officers, held at various locations across the country, which focused on wages and working conditions.

A protest outside the women’s prison in Kitchener caused some lengthy traffic tie-ups in the area Tuesday.Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) said they were aware of the labour activity at these sites.

“Steps are being taken to ensure that essential operations maintaining the safety and security of our institutions and communities continue,” an email statement to CTV News read. “The safety and wellbeing of those who work in our federal institutions are of paramount importance for CSC.”

According to CSC, several measures are in place …