October 13, 2017

Weekend roundup: Canada releases report on pardon reform

By AllCleared | 3 Min Read

Criminal records

Canada releases results of public consultation on pardons

Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale says the results of the consultations will be used to determine the pardon reform suggestions the government proposes.

Read the press release

Public feedback on pardon reform

The government asked Canadians what they thought of Record Suspensions and they had a lot to say. Many thought the fees were too high and the process was too difficult.

Read more at AllCleared

Criminal records identified as one cause for homelessness

While homelessness in the Fraser Valley, BC, continues to rise, one affected person says having a criminal record keeps people out of housing.

Read more at CBC News

How to get a Certified Criminal Record check

Getting a Certified Criminal Record check from the RCMP is part of the process of applying for a Record Suspension or a US Entry Waiver. Learn how to get this document.

Read more at AllCleared

Canada jobs and economy

Where are the best places in Canada to look for a job?

Canada’s job growth is real, but it’s not happening equally across the country. Learn where the jobs are according to a recent labour market report.

Read more at the Huffington Post

Job vacancies open up in Alberta due to surge in energy sector

The mining, quarrying and oil and gas sectors are being credited with creating new job openings in Alberta. The province saw a spike between April and June.

Read more at CBC News

IMF upgrades Canada’s economic outlook

Canada's gross domestic product for 2017 will be 3.0 per cent according to the International Monetary Fund, which puts it at the top of the G7 nations.

Read more at CBC News

Boeing launches PR offensive

After the United State’s proposal to impose high duties on Montreal-based Bombardier’s jets, Boeing is trying to brush up its image in Canada.

Read more at CBC News

BC wages remain strong in 2017

Resource sector, tourism and real estate sectors contribute to earnings in 2017. As well, BC is experiencing a low unemployment rate.

Read more at Business in Vancouver

BC struggling to fill low wage positions

Entry level jobs in the restaurant industry are sitting empty as BC’s unemployment rate sinks. However, high cost of living may also be a factor.

Read more at the Victoria Times Colonist