Full parole reinstated for Lethbridge woman convicted of killing her mother

On April 26, 2016, the two got into an argument over alcohol and cigarettes. When the mother was asleep, Praill grabbed a knife and stabbed her in her side.

The mother died as a result of multiple lacerations to the heart.

Since being convicted, it has been a long journey for Praill with both ups and downs.

She was granted day parole in September 2018. This was deemed successful by the Parole Board of Canada, so Praill was eventually given full parole in May 2019.

As part of her original full parole, Praill had several conditions she must continuously meet, including taking prescribed medication, following psychiatric treatment, not consuming alcohol, and following a treatment plan in the areas of emotional management and mental health.

In August 2020, The Parole Board of Canada (PBC) completed its review of Praill’s case, ultimately deciding to revoke her full parole.

While they had observed instances where she was trying to make improvements, her mental health declined during her time in the community. Praill had occasionally not taken her medication and frequently failed to fill out her reports to her parole officer.

Another review of her case has now been completed by the PBC in a report dated August 10, 2021. It was decided that she would once again be granted full parole.

Back in May 2021, Praill’s dynamic factors were rated as “low” in her most recent Correctional Plan.

“In closing, your parole officer stated that there has been a remarkable change since [you] first returned to custody. She stated that you even looked different. Since your return from the Regional Psychiatric Centre, you have demonstrated insight, initiative, and personal responsibility and have demonstrated that you not only know what you need to do to be successful but you are also committed to doing the work,” reads a portion of Praill’s parole review.

During Praill’s full parole, she will be bound by the following conditions:

Not to consume, purchase, or possess drugs other than prescribed medication taken as prescribed
Not to consume or possess alcohol
Take prescribed medications as directed by a health care practitioner
Follow psychiatric treatment to be arranged by your parole supervisor to address your mental health needs

by David Opinko

Full parole reinstated for Lethbridge woman convicted of killing her mother

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