Working from home may be an option even if you have a criminal record. Most employers will conduct a background check, even for employees who are working from home. This issue is much more common than people realize. 1 in 8 Canadians have a criminal record and almost...
If you have a DUI conviction, you may still be eligible to get a Nexus Card. A NEXUS membership is available for travellers between the USA and Canada and allows travellers to expedite their wait times when crossing the border. The Nexus Program is jointly run by the...
The police have slapped those shiny silver cuffs on your wrist, and you’re being driven away in the back of a car with flashing lights. A number of emotions might be rushing through you: shame, embarrassment, fear and anger. While it’s understandable for...
Criminal record suspensions (formerly Canadian pardons) in Canada are an essential part of the restorative justice process. A criminal record severely restricts a person’s ability to work and volunteer. Rehabilitation of people who have served their time is an...
Updated April 30, 2021 There are many different kinds of criminal records and the length of a criminal record depends on the type. Most importantly, if you have been convicted of a criminal offence, it can last for life if you don’t do anything about it. This is the...
We’ve all made mistakes in our youth and many of us managed to avoid getting caught or facing serious consequences for our actions, but there are some people who weren’t so lucky. Imagine if the mistakes you made when you were 19-years old continued to affect your...