Which statement is true about Indigenous people in correctional facilities?
A) They are sent to facilities that specialize in Indigenous offenders
B) A large percentage of Indigenous youth are underrepresented
C) In Quebec, Indigenous offenders are less likely to be incarcerated
D) Indigenous people are overrepresented in corrections

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Indigenous people are overrepresented in correctional facilities in Canada, despite making up a relatively small percentage of the overall population. This issue has been identified as a result of systemic racism and the effects of colonialization. Choice A is not entirely accurate, as there are few facilities that specialize in Indigenous offenders and they are not always accessible or utilized. Choice B is also false, as Indigenous youth are overrepresented in the justice system. Choice C may be true in certain cases, but it is not a general trend across Canada.

Which Statement Is True About Indigenous People in Correctional Facilities