Correctional Service Canada (CSC) internal emails obtained by Global News reveal concerns among employees about the potential backlash surrounding notorious serial killer Paul Bernardo’s prison transfer. The emails discuss the timing of notifying the victims’ families and express relief that the transfer will be completed before any public attention arises. The emails also mention the avoidance of sensitive dates related to the victims. The emails indicate that Bernardo’s transfer will be conducted by vehicle without any planned stops, with Bernardo being the only prisoner on board. The emails show that there was deliberation on whether to notify the victims before the transfer occurred. A regional CSC administrator raises concerns about giving advance notification due to previous complaints, while expressing understanding for the victims’ perspective. The emails further reveal the arrangements made for the transfer and the confirmation of the transfer date. The review conducted by Commissioner Anne Kelly of the CSC confirms the soundness of the transfer decision despite public criticism. Bernardo’s transfer was initiated based on his request and approval by integrating into the prison population. The victims’ families’ lawyer received a voicemail from CSC notifying him of important information regarding the transfer. The transfer was confirmed when Bernardo officially left Millhaven Institution. The notification of victims’ families was completed after Bernardo’s arrival at La Macaza Institution. The review cites script redactions for the notification call, but instructions were given to say that Bernardo was being transferred out of province without divulging further details. A second notification call was made, specifying the transfer to La Macaza Institution. The handling of the case has put pressure on Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who both claim they were only informed after the transfer. The lawyer representing the victims’ families calls for changes in the laws regarding dangerous offenders and the criteria for determining the least restrictive penitentiary. He argues that different criteria should be applied to offenders with psychopathic tendencies like Bernardo. Mendicino issues a directive instructing CSC to notify his office in high-profile prisoner transfer cases.
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