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JUSTICE--APPOINTMENTS ANNOUNCED FOR SHELBURNE YOUTH CENTRE ------------------------------------------------------------ Justice Minister Bill Gillis today announced the appointments of a new superintendent and deputy superintendent for the Shelburne Youth Centre. Both appointments are effective immediately. Randall J. McQuade has been appointed superintendent of the centre. Mr. McQuade has a master of science degree from the University of Alabama, with a major in criminal justice, and has a BA from Saint Mary's University, Halifax. He has been acting deputy superintendent, at the facility since November and was a former unit supervisor at the Nova Scotia Youth Centre in Waterville. He has had extensive training in security and program related areas, including critical incident stress and post traumatic stress disorders. Appointed deputy superintendent Stephen Adrian Timmons. Mr. Timmons has a BA in sociology from Acadia University and a BSc in physical education from the University College of Cape Breton. Mr. Timmons has been an acting supervisor at the Shelburne centre for the past three years. He has also had additional training in non-violent crisis intervention and suicide intervention. "These individuals are highly qualified, and very competent, and I am extremely pleased with the calibre of the candidates we are appointing," said Dr. Gillis. "Their leadership will ensure this facility is operated safely and efficiently." The Shelburne Youth Centre provides open and secure custody for 60 male and female young offenders, with a staffing level of approximately 100. The centre houses young offenders aged 12 to 17. -30- Contact: Michele McKinnon 902-424-6811 trp Dec. 18, 1995