James Smith inquest boosts Indigenous prison programs. Grassroots groups say their work is more effective

While many recommendations from a recent inquest into Canada’s worst mass stabbing suggest focusing on in-custody support, those with lived experience and their advocates say it’s time to pour more resources into community-based programs.

James Smith inquest boosts Indigenous prison programs. Grassroots groups say their work is more effective
A woman with long hair wearing a blank long-sleeve and a burgundy vest pulls a blue and white quilt across a bed.

While many recommendations from a recent inquest into Canada’s worst mass stabbing suggest focusing on in-custody support, those with lived experience and their advocates say it’s time to pour more resources into community-based programs.