Let Us Talk

I encourage my followers to think critically about #BellLetsTalkDay. It’s laudable to destigmatize discussions about mental health, but consider the impact of @Bell @ONsafety Prison Phone Contract on some of the *most* vulnerable members of society.

The informative thread by @letstalkjails is a great starting point for anyone who wants to learn more about injustices associated with the Prison Phone Contract. The more you know, the more disturbing it gets.

For more in-depth reading, check out this harrowing report by @CPEPgroup.

This powerful piece by @AnthonyNMorgan explains the real life impact of @Bell @ONsafety policies affecting telecommunications in prison. The exorbitant rates and arbitrary restrictions further isolate prisoners from their loved ones and support networks.

The good news is that the Prison Phone Contract is up in 2020. This is an opportunity for @ONsafety @SylviaJonesMPP to revisit the status quo.

Shoutout to @CPEPgroup for articulating this clear and achievable set of demands:

P.S. Grateful to @mspratt for his tireless work putting the Prison Phone Contract on my radar. Interesting to note that the province redacted the amount of kickbacks.