Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, announced the appointment of Valerie Phillips as Interim Correctional Investigator of Canada.
Ms. Phillips has over 20 years of experience in human rights and administrative law and has served as the Executive Director and General Counsel at the Office of the Correctional Investigator (OCI) since December 2024. She is well positioned to lead the organization on an interim basis.
The OCI serves as the independent ombuds for federally sentenced offenders in Canada. It provides impartial oversight of the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC).
The Correctional Investigator leads the OCI by investigating complaints, reviewing correctional practices, and recommending improvements to ensure inmates are treated fairly.
The appointment is effective June 18, 2026, for a term not exceeding one year or until a Correctional Investigator is appointed to a five‑year term, whichever occurs first.
