Criminal Records
Non-conviction information still turning up in background checks
Legislation to prevent the disclosure of non-conviction information was passed two years ago. However, this material at risk of being released as the government works on regulations, says the Toronto Star.
Read more at the Toronto Star
City wants laws against serving on municipal councils with a criminal record
The City of Terrace, BC, would like to see people with a criminal record barred from holding municipal office in the province.
How long does a misdemeanor stay on a record?
In the US criminal records are handled differently than in Canada. In this guest post by criminal defense attorney John F. Marchiano, the expungement of US records is explained.
How to get a Record Suspension faster
Getting a Record Suspension in Canada can be a long process. It usually takes one to two years. You can’t ask the Parole Board to speed up the process, but there are a few things you can do to stay on track.
How to buy a gun by country
What countries require a backcheck to own a gun? A Toronto Star article looks at what a person needs to do to get a gun in 15 different countries.
Read more at the Toronto Star
Border issues
Immigration responds to detainment of Haida basketball players
Two Haida basketball players were detained after entering Canada from Alaska. Now, an Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada has spoken to a local paper about the situation.
Read more at the Prince Rupert Northern View
Beware of device searches at the border
Canadians should be informed about electronic device searches before reaching the border, says a privacy lawyer.
Read more at the Prince Rupert Northern View
Are US passports vulnerable to hacking?
A Wired article says the US is failing to use signature verification that would prevent the hacking of electronic data on US passports.
Could you get a second passport?
Second passports are becoming status symbols for the wealthy, but you would usually require a clean criminal background to qualify.
Jobs
What are the job skills of the future?
With increased automation, Canadians will need to future proof their skill set. Continuous upgrading and innovative thinking skills will be required to succeed in the new world of work.
