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Canadian citizenship with a criminal record
Canadian Entry Waivers
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Record Suspension
12.15.2016

Canadian citizenship with a criminal record

It is possible to gain Canadian citizenship if you have a criminal record. However, you may have to get your record suspended.

Canadian pardons company goes out of business
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Record Suspension
US Entry Waivers
4.20.2016

Canadian pardons company goes out of business

A Canadian pardons company has gone out of business in the Toronto area. Here are some tips for choosing a company that can handle your application.

Haunted by the Past
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Success Stories
5.10.2012

Haunted by the Past

A foolhardy decision made in an effort to impress his friends caused a young man to bring marijuana home with him to Canada after visiting the Netherlands.

Vacationing with a Criminal Record - Do I need a Canadian Pardon to go to the USA?
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Record Suspension
6.17.2013

Vacationing with a Criminal Record - Do I need a Canadian Pardon to go to the USA?

If you have vacation plans for the summer (Mexico, Europe, or wherever) you should really read this blog for a list of precautions you should take.

Pardon Services Canada supports the Canadian Club
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6.9.2016

Pardon Services Canada supports the Canadian Club

Pardon Services Canada attended the Canadian Club of Vancouver's luncheon to recognize the Order of Canada and Order of British Columbia recipients.

What If I Have Been Charged But Not Convicted?
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12.13.2023

What If I Have Been Charged But Not Convicted?

If you have been charged but not convicted of a criminal offence, you may still have a criminal record. These charges can show up as dismissed, withdrawn,

Your Friend, Your Neighbour, Your Cousin
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5.10.2012

Your Friend, Your Neighbour, Your Cousin

The Canadian government has proposed that the cost of applying for a pardon be raised to $631, after only recently raising it from $50 to $150. Some people

How to Enter Canada as a Performing Artist When You Have a Criminal Record
Canadian Entry Waivers
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8.22.2022

How to Enter Canada as a Performing Artist When You Have a Criminal Record

As a performing artist, you may want to travel to Canada for a performance or a visit. But if you have a criminal record, you must meet some criteria.

Pardon Makes Criminal Record Invisible
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6.14.2012

Pardon Makes Criminal Record Invisible

An ex-offender should be able to move on, start a new life, when a sentence for a conviction has been served: paid the fine, completed the sentence, met all

Cruising with a criminal record
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1.12.2017

Cruising with a criminal record

Cruising with a criminal record can be complicated. If your ship has ports of call in Canada, you may need a permit in order to board.

How Do You Seal A Criminal Record?
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1.17.2024

How Do You Seal A Criminal Record?

To seal a criminal record you need to make an application to the Parole Board of Canada. Learn how you can get assistance with this process.

Denied entry: What charges require a US Entry Waiver?
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US Entry Waivers
11.26.2016

Denied entry: What charges require a US Entry Waiver?

Not every criminal record will result in denied entry to the United States. Find out what charges require a US Entry Waiver.

What is a pardon or Record Suspension?
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Record Suspension
9.22.2016

What is a pardon or Record Suspension?

A pardon or Record Suspension seals your record so that you can apply for jobs, volunteer positions and rental contracts without worry.

Is a DUI on a Background Check?
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1.24.2024

Is a DUI on a Background Check?

A DUI is on a background check as it is considered a criminal offence in Canada. Learn more about the benefits of removing a DUI through a Record Suspension.

Pardon Services Canada Cautions Canadians as Legal Marijuana Sales Begin in Washington
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Record Suspension
7.11.2014

Pardon Services Canada Cautions Canadians as Legal Marijuana Sales Begin in Washington

Even if marijuana is bought legally in Washington, it is illegal to take it across the border into Canada. Click here for more information.

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