Julie Ireton

Julie Ireton, a CBC senior investigative reporter, dives into the troubling realities of jail overcrowding in Ontario. She discusses the heart-wrenching experiences of inmates like Sue, who face unsanitary conditions and trauma inside overcrowded facilities. The conversation highlights the urgent need for bail reforms and alternatives to incarceration, championed by voices like Senator Kim Pate. Ireton also shares stories of those suffering health crises in custody, revealing the precarious balance between obtaining help and experiencing harm in jail.