The missions of the Correctional Service of Canada and of the Occupational Development Programs are presented as well as the four program objectives of each. The four main aspects of the Occupational Development Programs are emphasized: to participate as part of a correctional team where program staff play a vital role in actively encouraging offenders to become law-abiding; to actively encourage and assist offenders to practice good work habits and develop marketable skills; to produce saleable goods; and to create a structured, cost efficient work environment comparable to the private sector. The programs are separated into industrial products and agribusiness products. Each product group is reviewed annually to ensure that it remains competitive in the market and that it is being produced in the most cost-effective, efficient manner using current technology. The specific achievements of the fiscal year 1988/89 are discussed. 19 charts