Managers in charge of youth detention centre fired after sexual misconduct scandal

The Cité-des-Prairies rehabilitation centre is seen in Montreal on Tuesday, Dec.17, 2024. (Christinne Muschi/The Canadian Press) (Christinne Muschi/The Canadian Press)

Two managers in charge of the Cité-des-Prairies youth rehabilitation centre (CDP) at the time that educators reportedly had sexual relations with minor detainees have been fired.

The CIUSSS Centre-Sud-de-l'Île-de-Montréal confirmed that the two who had been suspended when the allegations came to light are no longer on staff.

An interim management structure is in place to ensure continuity of operations and the smooth running of activities at CDP.

“Out of respect for these people, all information relating to this process remains confidential,” the CIUSSS told CTV in a statement.

“Our objectives remain the same: to provide a safe, quality living environment for young people and a healthy, supportive work environment for all our employees.”

In October, La Presse reported that nine female employees at CDP had sexual intercourse with at least five minor residents, and one educator had a baby with a detainee.

Though the CIUSSS never confirmed the details, it said two managers at the detention centre were “temporarily removed” while members of their teams were under investigation. It also said an unspecified number of employees who worked for the two managers had also been suspended or fired.