In a release sent out Thursday morning, police said they are working towards a six-month pilot project that would use technology as opposed to strip searches. 

Howard Sapers released a report Tuesday painting a picture of a system in need of an overhaul to emphasize human rights, and that lacks the proper tools to address Indigenous overrepresentation and full oversight when inmates die in custody.

Human Rights Watch said a fractured relationship between indigenous communities and police agencies stems back to residential schools.