Share this article Share this article COWANSVILLE, QC, April 9, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ - During the past few days, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, two packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Cowansville Institution, a federal medium-security facility. On April 3, 2021, the contraband and unauthorized items seized included 130 grams of hashish, 26.5 grams of marijuana, 299.7 grams of tobacco and two cell phones with cables. In total, the institutional value of the seized items is estimated at $22,445. On April 4, 2021, the contraband and unauthorized items seized included 254.6 grams of hashish, one cell phone with cable and various pharmaceuticals. In total, the institutional value of the seized items is estimated at $47,260.