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Pardons Canada – Record Suspension Resolution

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4.16.2012

Pardons Canada – Record Suspension Resolution

At the start of 2012, people everywhere were typically establishing their New Year's resolutions. For some, it was starting an exercise regimen, setting a

How do border guards know about records?

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Record Suspension

12.7.2016

How do border guards know about records?

Border guards can learn about your criminal record through shared databases. If you have a record in Canada or the US, they can access it.

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Record Suspension

2.22.2017

Record Suspension application: How long does it take?

A Record Suspension application can take one to two years, or even more. It's a good idea to start the application early.

Volunteering with a criminal record: What parents need to know

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Record Suspension

4.29.2016

Volunteering with a criminal record: What parents need to know

A criminal record can stop parents from volunteering at their child's school or with their sports team. However, they can seal their record.

Canadian passports: Are you eligible with a criminal record?

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10.25.2016

Canadian passports: Are you eligible with a criminal record?

Canadian passports are usually available to every Canadian regardless of their criminal record. There may be some restrictions on where you can travel.

Dont Be Fooled by False Pardon Claims – Fraud Alert

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5.10.2012

Dont Be Fooled by False Pardon Claims – Fraud Alert

While the Parole Board of Canada is the official and only federal agency responsible for making actual pardon decisions, there are service companies like

Surviving a Social Media Background Check with Pardon Services

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6.12.2012

Surviving a Social Media Background Check with Pardon Services

Many companies considering applicants for hire or promotion are now routinely undertaking criminal background checks and often credit checks as part of their

Realizations When You Remove Your Criminal Record

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5.10.2012

Realizations When You Remove Your Criminal Record

At Pardon Services Canada, we deal with people from all walks of life. The one common element they all share is a spot on their record from the past. In order

Personal Success Story: Removing The Stigma Of A Criminal Record

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Record Suspension

10.24.2013

Personal Success Story: Removing The Stigma Of A Criminal Record

Take a look at John Smith's story. After serving time, they turned their life around, got a record suspension and became eligible for a promotion.

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Record Suspension

2.17.2017

Proposal to deny: How to respond?

Once you submit your Record Suspension application, you may receive a proposal to deny from the Parole Board. Here's how to respond.

Can You Get PR From the Open Work Permit?

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9.13.2023

Can You Get PR From the Open Work Permit?

Read on to find out how to get PR from the open work permit in Canada.

US travel: A criminal record can stop you at the border

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2.24.2017

US travel: A criminal record can stop you at the border

US travel can be halted by a criminal record. If you have a criminal record, you may need a US Entry Waiver to cross the border.

Looking for a Job in Canada with a Canadian Criminal Record? What to Know and How to Get that Dream Job!

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5.10.2012

Looking for a Job in Canada with a Canadian Criminal Record? What to Know and How to Get that Dream Job!

Everyone knows, interviewing for a job is stressful. What can be even more stressful is going into an interview with a Canadian Criminal Record. This article