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US entry: Can you enter the US with a Record Suspension?
Record Suspension
US Entry Waivers
5.18.2017

US entry: Can you enter the US with a Record Suspension?

A Record Suspension does not assist with US entry. If you are inadmissible to the United States you will need a US Entry Waiver.

Marijuana legalization and criminal record pardons
General
Record Suspension
7.28.2016

Marijuana legalization and criminal record pardons

The marijuana legalization issue has a lot of support. Research shows almost half of Canadians support pardoning people with possession charges.

New Update on the Pardons Backlog in Canada
General
Record Suspension
2.11.2015

New Update on the Pardons Backlog in Canada

Three years after Bill C-1 passed, thousands still waiting on a decision on pardon applications. Close to 70% of the backlog to be cleared by March 31, 2015

Can you travel to Europe with a criminal record?
General
Record Suspension
2.12.2017

Can you travel to Europe with a criminal record?

Travel to Europe may be complicated by a criminal record. If you are eligible it is a good idea to apply for a Record Suspension.

Alberta Court Documents- Record Centre Under Maintenance
General
Record Suspension
3.25.2013

Alberta Court Documents- Record Centre Under Maintenance

Update: This story is archived. There is no known issue with Alberta Court Documents at this time. For expected wait times, contact our processing team.

Pardon Services Canada Alerts Grow-Op House Sitters and Landlords
General
Record Suspension
6.24.2014

Pardon Services Canada Alerts Grow-Op House Sitters and Landlords

The RCMP estimates there are at least 50,000 marijuana grow-ops in Canada. Not surprisingly, Pardon Services Canada staff are hearing more and more about grow

Criminal records and eligibility for pardons
General
Record Suspension
7.19.2016

Criminal records and eligibility for pardons

Criminal records can prevent you from obtaining opportunities in employment, volunteering and travel. Find out if you are eligible for a pardon.

Merit Based Immigration and How it's Measured
Immigration
Record Suspension
3.6.2020

Merit Based Immigration and How it's Measured

Canada uses a point-based systems to determine if someone qualifies to enter the country as a skilled worker.

Pardon Canada Eligibility: Who Can Apply?
Record Suspension
12.6.2023

Pardon Canada Eligibility: Who Can Apply?

Pardon Canada eligibility is calculated from the end of the sentence. However, there are some cases that are not eligible for a Record Suspension.

Obtaining a Record Suspension: What Are The Criteria?
General
Record Suspension
9.23.2013

Obtaining a Record Suspension: What Are The Criteria?

If you're reading this, you're probably curious about how the record suspension (formerly known as pardons) process works. You're most likely looking to

Will BC ever get Uber?
General
Record Suspension
Immigration
10.22.2019

Will BC ever get Uber?

Updated July 27, 2022

The History of Pardons in Canada
Record Suspension
2.4.2015

The History of Pardons in Canada

Pardons have been granted in Canada since 1970. Called Record Suspensions since 2012 reflecting that a criminal record has been sealed. Aids rehabilitation.

HOW DO I GET A PARDON IN CANADA? The How-to Guide to Selecting the Right Canadian Pardon Services
General
Record Suspension
6.3.2013

HOW DO I GET A PARDON IN CANADA? The How-to Guide to Selecting the Right Canadian Pardon Services

This guide gives you a simple overview of the steps you need to take to get your pardon. Nothing complicated - just what you need to know. See for yourself.

DUI Pardon Canada: How a Record Suspension can help
Record Suspension
5.25.2017

DUI Pardon Canada: How a Record Suspension can help

A Record Suspension can help you remove a DUI from your criminal record. Remove your DUI and clear your record for work, volunteering and travel.

How do I rent an apartment with a criminal record?
Record Suspension
5.26.2015

How do I rent an apartment with a criminal record?

If you are looking to rent an apartment with a criminal record in Canada, there are a few things you should know.

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