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Unfair pardon laws cause unequal access – AllCleared advocacy
2.7.2018

Unfair pardon laws cause unequal access – AllCleared advocacy

Unfair pardon laws have created an unequal situation across the country for people with criminal records seeking pardons. Learn how AllCleared is advocating for a fair system.

Are You Bondable? The Implications for Canadians with a Criminal Record
5.10.2012

Are You Bondable? The Implications for Canadians with a Criminal Record

If you have a Canadian criminal record, you may not be bondable for the purpose of a job application. You can become bondable with a Record Suspension.

Applying for a Pardon
9.28.2012

Applying for a Pardon

Applying for a Pardon in Canada is a complex process with many steps. With our help we will ensure that your application proceeds quickly and without error.

Importance of a Record Suspension: Why apply?
7.10.2018

Importance of a Record Suspension: Why apply?

The importance of the Canadian Record Suspension (pardon) system is that it removes barriers and helps to reduce recidivism.

Job Interviews: What to say about a criminal record
10.4.2017

Job Interviews: What to say about a criminal record

If you have a criminal record, you may have to talk about it during job interviews. Learn what to do if the subject comes up in a job interview.

Loss of oil sands jobs calls for fair pardon system
3.29.2016

Loss of oil sands jobs calls for fair pardon system

Canadians are experiencing a downturn in the economy and the loss of oil sands jobs in Alberta. Meanwhile, people with criminal records are facing a double

Buying a Home with a Criminal Record
9.26.2022

Buying a Home with a Criminal Record

Moving is a big step, whether an individual intends on purchasing a home or renting a house or apartment. Criminal records, while not a definite factor in being accepted for a home or apartment, can make it especially difficult.

What a Criminal Record Suspension Can Do For You
1.12.2016

What a Criminal Record Suspension Can Do For You

Sometimes your past can follow you and make the present increasingly difficult. This is especially true if you made the sort of mistakes in your past that

Limitations of a Record Suspension: 8 things a pardon can’t do
12.7.2017

Limitations of a Record Suspension: 8 things a pardon can’t do

A Record Suspension or Canadian pardon will help you put the past behind you but there are a few limitations, such as prohibitions and driving issues.

Certified criminal record: How long does it take to get?
10.14.2016

Certified criminal record: How long does it take to get?

A certified criminal record is needed for a record suspension or US Entry Waiver. It takes three to four months to obtain this document from the RCMP.

How to remove a criminal record from the Canadian Police Information Centre Database
9.5.2014

How to remove a criminal record from the Canadian Police Information Centre Database

It is common that individuals may not even be aware that they have a criminal record. If you do have one, discover how to remove it from the RCMP Database.

Have You Been Arrested? Here's What You Need to Do
6.23.2020

Have You Been Arrested? Here's What You Need to Do

Here are the steps you need to take immediately after being arrested.

What is the Difference Between a Record Suspension and an Entry Waiver?
11.29.2022

What is the Difference Between a Record Suspension and an Entry Waiver?

Find out the difference between a record suspension and a US entry waiver and whether you need both if you're a Canadian trying to enter the US.

Pardon wait times unconstitutional, says BC judge
6.16.2017

Pardon wait times unconstitutional, says BC judge

Pardon wait times have been declared unconstitutional in a British Columbia court room. Learn how this affects people with criminal records.

Marijuana industry: Can you get a job with a criminal record?
3.23.2018

Marijuana industry: Can you get a job with a criminal record?

If you have a Criminal Record and are looking to work in the marijuana industry, a background check may be required. Learn more about your options.