The many reasons Canadians travel to the US – business meetings or conferences, family visits, vacations, education, volunteering, job prospects – show that such travel is a part of every-day life. Bearing in mind the fact that such travel is a privilege, the freedom...
A criminal record remains on file in Canada but does not necessarily need to serve as a barrier to gaining employment, being approved for promotion, being granted child custody, volunteering, qualifying for accommodation. Convictions can follow you for life, affecting...
Originally published: April 24, 2012, Updated: April 17, 2024 What Is a Canadian Pardon? A Canadian pardon, or record suspension, is a mechanism that helps people move past their criminal histories. Its main function is to seal criminal records from public access. If...
The success of the March 2012 Arctic Winter Games in Whitehorse was due in no small measure to its volunteers. People were needed in many capacities, such as helping with food services, transportation, and security. In order for the games to run smoothly, a total of...