Calls are mounting for the province to expand its ankle monitoring program, but government is mum on when that will come to fruition.

This week, the NDP presented a petition in the House of Assembly with nearly 1,500 signatures calling for an expansion.

While in opposition, the PC has long advocated for further use of ankle monitoring programs, specifically for people who may be on probation or bail.

Justice Minister Helen Conway Ottenheimer says she would like to see the program expanded, but notes there’s more work to do before that can happen.

“Individuals who are out on bail, we will be looking at the requirement of them having ankle bracelets or electronic monitoring,” she told reporters.

“I have directed the team in the Justice Department to look at what’s involved, to look at other jurisdictions as well. It’s something that has to be analyzed carefully.”