Journalism and non-fiction exploring prisons, justice systems, and the people who live within them.
- “Prisoners deserve more information about use-of-force incidents.” The Globe and Mail. April 3, 2026.
- “There is no such thing as humane solitary confinement. That’s why Canada needs Tona’s Law.” The Globe and Mail · Nov 27, 2025
- “Why Tougher Bail Rules Will Shrink Public Safety.”The Tyee · Oct 21, 2025
- “My Life on Parole.” Chatelaine. Aug 6, 2025
- “In Ontario, prisons for young Canadians have become a black box.” The Globe and Mail. Jul 8, 2025
- With Charlotte Fertey. “The Canadian Prison Program That’s Failing Incarcerated Moms.” Chatelaine. Sep 18, 2024
- “Indigenous Justice and a New Path for Canada’s Prisons.” The Tyee. Jun 26, 2023
- “Tightened Bail Restrictions Unlikely To Curb Violent Crime, Experts Warn.” The Maple. May 25, 2023
- “What we can learn from 20 years of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.” The Globe and Mail. May 23, 2023
- “What Does A Major Drop In Detained Youth Mean For Canada’s Carceral System?” The Maple. Apr 4, 2023
- “The Hidden Lives and Uncertain Future of Trans Prisoners.” Xtra Magazine. Oct 6, 2021
- With Nora Demnati. “Anti-Black Racism in Canadian Prisons Remains Rampant, Despite Government Pledges.” The Breach. Sep 2, 2021
Policy Writing and Professional Publications
- “Canada’s Youth Criminal Justice Act: Lessons in Decarceration.” ICPA Network on External Prison Oversight and Human Rights Newsletter (Issue 10) June 20, 2023
- With Nora Demnati. “Old Wine in New Bottles: How Modern Prisons Perpetuate a Racist Legacy.” ICPA Network on External Prison Oversight and Human Rights Newsletter (Issue 7) Dec 3, 2021
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