🎙️ Breaking Barriers Behind Bars: Dianne Beaton’s 35-Year Legacy in Corrections

 Trailblazer. Advocate. Leader. This episode is a masterclass in resilience and reform.

In this powerhouse episode, I sit down with Dianne Beaton—the first-ever female Director of the Edmonton Remand Centre, Canada’s largest jail. With over 35 years of experience in both in-custody and community corrections, Dianne’s story is nothing short of legendary.

We dive into:
 🚨 Her rise from frontline Correctional Peace Officer and Caseworker to top leadership
⚖️ Her work with Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) in the early years—and how her voice helped shape major policy changes for staff safety, fairness, and progress
📜 Landmark moments that defined a generation of corrections professionals, including the 410E agreement, the Corrections and Conditional Release Act, and the 2013 Wildcat Strike

Whether you're in the field or curious about the evolution of correctional services in Alberta, this conversation is packed with history, insight, and inspiration.

🔥 Want to dive deeper into the moments that shaped modern corrections?
Learn more about the milestones mentioned in this episode:

410E agreement with AUPE and Government of Alberta
Corrections and Conditional Release Act
2013 Wildcat Strike

🎧 Tune in now and hear from a woman who helped change the course of correctional services in Alberta.

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