The speaker and their friends are participating in an unusual experience, spending 24 hours in a former prison in Canada, living in the same conditions as the inmates. Before entering the prison, they discuss their past misbehaviors, with some admitting to minor crimes such as shoplifting or vandalism. Once inside, they are given a tour of the facilities, including the cells, and are told to make their beds according to the prison's rules. They are then left to spend the night in their cells, with some finding the experience disturbing due to the lack of comfort and the noises they hear. In the morning, they are woken up for a headcount and are given a meal. The experience is documented, and the friends share their reactions and thoughts about the experience.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The group is visiting one of the oldest and harshest prisons in Canada.
2. The group will be spending 24 hours in the prison.
3. The group will be living in the same conditions as the inmates.
4. The group is not aware of what to expect during their stay.
5. The prison is located in Trois-Rivières, Canada.
6. The prison has a reputation for being one of the toughest in Canada.
7. The group meets a guard who has 30 years of experience working in the prison.
8. The group is given a tour of the prison, including the cells and the women's section.
9. The group is told that the women's section is separate because women were more aggressive and violent towards each other.
10. The group spends the night in the prison, and they have trouble sleeping due to the noise and discomfort.
11. The group is given a meal, but they are not told what time it is or how long they will be staying in the prison.
12. The group is kept in their cells for several hours without being told what time it is or what is happening.
13. The group is eventually released from the prison after 24 hours.