Note:    Information below may no longer be accurate.  Please contact the Vanier Jail directly for up-to-date information.

Vanier Jail opened its doors in 2003.  The provincial detention centre is a combined maximum security detention centre for 333 remanded offenders and a medium/maximum correctional facility for females sentenced to less than 2 years.

Do I need to be on an Incarcerated persons visitors list to visit Vanier Jail? 

No, you do not need to be on a visiting list to visit Vanier Jail.

How can I schedule a visit to Vanier Jail?

Visitors must call Vanier Jail between 8AM-8PM weekdays and reserve a visiting time. Visitors should call Vanier Jail before visiting to ensure the visit has not been cancelled.  Arrive early for your visit. 

Vanier Jail Visitation Information: 

Length of visit:  30 minutes

Number of visits per week:  2

Number of visitors per visit: 2 adults and 1 baby

Can I drop off money to my loved one when I visit?$80 (Cash only)