CSC seeks Elder and Spiritual Care services for Indigenous offenders.
The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) intends to award a contract for Elder, Elder Helper, and Spiritual Care Program Pathfinder services to support Indigenous offenders in developing understanding of traditional Indigenous culture, spirituality, and healing. Services include ceremonial and spiritual services, counseling, teachings, and traditional practices. The contract is a pre-identified supplier arrangement under an Advance Contract Award Notice (ACAN), allowing other suppliers to submit statements of capabilities. The requirement is for services at various CSC institutions in Canada, with a focus on Indigenous cultural programming. No specific value or duration is provided, but the notice implies ongoing services.