Ex-RCMP Intelligence Official Convicted in Secrets Case Has Been Granted Day Parole
A former RCMP intelligence official convicted of breaching Canada’s secrets law has been granted day parole to help him prepare for his full return to society, including possible employment as an electrical worker. Records show the Parole Board of Canada approved day parole, with specific conditions, for Cameron Jay Ortis, who was found guilty in November 2023 of violating the Security of Information Act.
TL;DR
- Cameron Jay Ortis, formerly with RCMP intelligence, has been granted day parole.
- Ortis was convicted in November 2023 for breaching Canada's secrets law (Security of Information Act).
- He was sentenced to 14 years, with approximately seven years and 155 days left to serve.
- Day parole aims to help him prepare for re-entry into society, including potential employment as an electrical worker.
- The Parole Board of Canada approved day parole with specific conditions, including a nightly curfew.