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Disclosure: Who can see your criminal record?
Record Suspension
6.30.2017

Disclosure: Who can see your criminal record?

If you have a criminal record, you may worry about disclosure to employers and others. A criminal record cannot be disclosed without your consent.

Border crossing tips: How to avoid getting pulled over
Canadian Entry Waivers
Record Suspension
US Entry Waivers
12.20.2017

Border crossing tips: How to avoid getting pulled over

Crossing the border can be stressful, especially for people with criminal records. Even if you have the right waivers and documents, you can be pulled over. Check out these border crossing tips to reduce the chances of a secondary screening.

Pardon application: How long does it take?
Record Suspension
9.29.2017

Pardon application: How long does it take?

A pardon application can take one to two years depending on your record. Learn about how long it takes to get a pardon or Record Suspension in Canada.

No Presumption of Innocence – We Can Help
General
Record Suspension
11.19.2013

No Presumption of Innocence – We Can Help

We can help you maintain the presumption of innocence and successfully respond to a rejection letter for your pardon. Get in touch today!

Discrimination law and criminal records in Canada
Record Suspension
6.7.2017

Discrimination law and criminal records in Canada

Discrimination on the basis of a criminal record may be illegal where the offence was not related to the job or if the offence has been pardoned.

Social benefits from a fair pardon system
Record Suspension
8.25.2017

Social benefits from a fair pardon system

A fair and equitable pardon system would provide many social benefits to Canada, such as reducing homelessness, unemployment and poverty.

Crossing the U.S. Border with a United States Entry Waiver
Record Suspension
US Entry Waivers
7.11.2012

Crossing the U.S. Border with a United States Entry Waiver

Last summer nearly 7 million trips across the United States border were undertaken by Canadian citizens. Unfortunately, this number does not include the many

Top 10 Reasons for Record Suspensions: #10 Mischief
Record Suspension
11.13.2014

Top 10 Reasons for Record Suspensions: #10 Mischief

Criminal records due to mischief are among the top 10 reasons record suspensions (pardons) are sought. Pardon Services Canada explains and answers questions.

Job search: Disclosing a criminal record to an employer
Record Suspension
US Entry Waivers
12.13.2017

Job search: Disclosing a criminal record to an employer

Do you need to disclose a criminal record during your job search? The best way to handle a criminal record in a job search is to disclose it if asked.

Marijuana Use May Prohibit Entry into the United States
Record Suspension
11.29.2019

Marijuana Use May Prohibit Entry into the United States

A report released by Civic Science August 28, 2014, shows most Americans support legalizing, taxing and regulating marijuana similar to how alcohol is

BREXIT: How Do I Immigrate to Canada from the UK with a criminal record?
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Immigration
Record Suspension
Canadian Entry Waivers
2.18.2021

BREXIT: How Do I Immigrate to Canada from the UK with a criminal record?

There are many different pathways and opportunities for UK citizens with a criminal record to move to Canada. Here at AllCleared, we understand the eligibility requirements and have the knowledge and expertise to navigate this complex immigration process to help you smooth the way to moving to Canada.

Vulnerable Sector Check and pardoned offences: a guide
General
Record Suspension
11.18.2016

Vulnerable Sector Check and pardoned offences: a guide

If your record has been sealed, you won't have to worry about the Vulnerable Sector Check unless you have sexual offences on your record.

Are pardons still available in Canada?
Record Suspension
8.10.2018

Are pardons still available in Canada?

Pardons are still available in Canada in limited situations. However, all applicants will follow the process to apply for a Record Suspension.

Finding a Job with a Criminal Record in Canada | Q & A
General
Record Suspension
6.28.2013

Finding a Job with a Criminal Record in Canada | Q & A

Finding a job with a Canadian criminal record can be tough. Most Canadian employers will refuse to hire people with criminal records. Learn from the expert.

Are You Bondable? A Canadian Pardon Will Allow You to Say “Yes”
Record Suspension
3.22.2012

Are You Bondable? A Canadian Pardon Will Allow You to Say “Yes”

Many job application forms ask, “Are you bondable?” Being bondable means that a person is able to be insured by the hiring company so that in the event of

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