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Calgary criminal record check: How to check your record
9.20.2017

Calgary criminal record check: How to check your record

Acquiring a Calgary criminal record check can be a complicated process. Learn about your options and contact AllCleared for assistance.

New Changes to Canada’s Immigration Law Come Into Force with the Passing of Bill C-43
7.17.2013

New Changes to Canada’s Immigration Law Come Into Force with the Passing of Bill C-43

The bill amends the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, which is the primary federal legislation that regulates immigration to Canada. Read more here.

Record Suspension: What to expect
6.30.2016

Record Suspension: What to expect

Learn about applying for a Record Suspension. How do you apply? What happens when you submit your application to the Parole Board?

Nexus cards: Can you apply with a criminal record?
7.4.2016

Nexus cards: Can you apply with a criminal record?

You can save a lot of time crossing the border with a NEXUS card. Unfortunately, the application is complicated for people with criminal records.

4 things you need to know about having a criminal record.
5.28.2019

4 things you need to know about having a criminal record.

1-in-8 Canadians have a criminal record if you think that’s high, in the US, it's 1-in-3 Americans. Comparisons aside, these stats indicate millions of people

How Will a Criminal Record Impact Your Future?
12.4.2015

How Will a Criminal Record Impact Your Future?

At Pardon Services Canada, we often talk about the benefits of getting a record suspension or travel waiver. With a cleared name, there are so many more

Prohibitions and Bans (Driving prohibitions, firearms bans, sex registry)
2.17.2014

Prohibitions and Bans (Driving prohibitions, firearms bans, sex registry)

Prohibitions and Bans (Driving prohibitions, firearms bans, sex registry)

Canada Post Implementing Employee Background Checks on Current Employees
5.9.2013

Canada Post Implementing Employee Background Checks on Current Employees

Canada Post is conducting employee background checks on employees mid-way through their career that could result in immediate termination.

Clear your record: Will a pardon work?
5.4.2018

Clear your record: Will a pardon work?

A pardon will clear your record in Canada for the purpose of work, travel and volunteering. However, there are some restrictions. A pardon does not clear you for entry into the United States.

Record Suspension review: What are people saying?
6.9.2017

Record Suspension review: What are people saying?

The Canadian government's Record Suspension review turned up a large number of submissions stating that the $631 fee was too high.

What Are the Benefits of a Record Suspension?
7.3.2020

What Are the Benefits of a Record Suspension?

Discover the benefits of a Record Suspension: improved job prospects, unrestricted travel, and peace of mind. Check your eligibility today.

Can I be Fired if I have a Criminal Record?
5.21.2013

Can I be Fired if I have a Criminal Record?

Could I be fired if I have a Criminal Record? It depends on where, and what is on your record. Protect your job, get a Pardon.

Admitting marijuana use results in permanent US bans
6.23.2017

Admitting marijuana use results in permanent US bans

Admitting marijuana use at the border could result in a permanent ban. If you are asked about using marijuana you may choose not to answer.

Criminal record check: What is the process?
8.23.2017

Criminal record check: What is the process?

In order to get a criminal record check in Canada, you will need to contact your local police station or an accredited background check company.

10 U.S. Entry Waiver Tips From The Experts at Pardon Services Canada
4.24.2014

10 U.S. Entry Waiver Tips From The Experts at Pardon Services Canada

Insider tips for entering the United States with a criminal record. What you need to know to avoid problems at the border.