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Get a Passport with a Criminal Record
4.1.2013

Get a Passport with a Criminal Record

A criminal record can prevent you from doing many things, including travel, and so many Canadians naturally assume that they also cannot apply for a passport.

Studying health care with a criminal record in Canada
9.15.2017

Studying health care with a criminal record in Canada

Studying health care with a criminal record in Canada is possible, but you may need to apply for a Record Suspension. Learn more.

10 Tips For Becoming Bondable
11.7.2014

10 Tips For Becoming Bondable

10 Tips For Getting Bonded describes what to do to overcome the obstacles of a criminal record which would prevent being bondable for employment.

Do I have a Criminal Record?
6.13.2013

Do I have a Criminal Record?

Records of non-convictions will be kept for a minimum of 5 years from the date of the court’s decision - Read this expert blog on non-convictions.

Fired because of a criminal record? Learn how to protect your job
10.20.2016

Fired because of a criminal record? Learn how to protect your job

Even people who have a job worry that they can be fired for having a criminal record. Learn how to protect your employment.

Marijuana dispensaries: Are they legal?
8.30.2017

Marijuana dispensaries: Are they legal?

Storefront marijuana dispensaries are illegal in Canada. Being caught in a raid can affect a pardon application or your right to enter the United States.

Criminal Convictions and Fine Payments
8.31.2012

Criminal Convictions and Fine Payments

An upcoming initiative by the Canadian federal government is seeking to collect as much as $129 million in unpaid fines owed by Canadians with criminal

Getting a pardon in Ontario: Seal your record
9.1.2018

Getting a pardon in Ontario: Seal your record

Getting a pardon in Ontario will allow you to seal your record, qualify for jobs and take advantage of other opportunities. Learn how to get a pardon.

Canadian citizenship with a criminal record
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
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.

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

What is a pardon or 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.

Hiring someone with a criminal record
6.5.2017

Hiring someone with a criminal record

If you are considering hiring someone with a criminal record, you may have questions. Learn about criminal records, pardons and waivers.

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

Possession: How many Canadians have marijuana records?
8.9.2017

Possession: How many Canadians have marijuana records?

Marijuana legalization is still one year away, and Canadians continue to be charged with possession. Learn how many Canadians have possession records.