OTTAWA — Correctional Service Canada ended up with a $1.1 million bill for repairs after an inmate at a New Brunswick prison broke two sprinklers.

The damage was reported in last year’s public accounts, an annual report on government spending, recently tabled by the federal government.

A Correctional Service Canada spokesperson said the incident occurred at the Shepody Healing Centre in May 2024.

The facility, located at the Dorchester Penitentiary, is a regional treatment centre for inmates with serious mental health conditions.

The spokesperson said two sprinklers were broken on the second floor and water leaked down to the lower floor.

“As a result, we had to replace drywall, flooring, insulation and other damaged materials. As well, additional costs were incurred due to the need t

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