Much of the research has suggested patterns among prisoners when it comes to an over-representation of certain groups.
"The justice system[...] is working against Aboriginal and racialized people in Canada. This can be seen on a global level as well—justice is not blind." - Kim Parry (on Books Behind Bars: A Volunteer-run Prison Library Service in Winnipeg, Manitoba)
13% of men and 24% of women have serious mental health issues - Sivak, 2016
Most criminalized women have low levels of education, limited employment - Canadian Association of Elizabeth Fry Societies.
The following PowerPoint highlights notable patterns and trends.