November 24, 2017

Enter Australia with a DUI or criminal record

Knowledge is power. Read through our vast list of informative insights written by our team of experts and empower yourself.

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Pardon Services Canada Dispels Myths About DUIs
4.17.12

Pardon Services Canada Dispels Myths About DUIs

Drinking and driving: there are stupider things, but it's a very short list.

Do Airlines Background Check?
9.25.23

Do Airlines Background Check?

Do airlines background check? Having a Criminal Record can hold you back as both an airline passenger or employee. Learn about the steps you can take to not let your Record hold you back.

Fingerprints: Why do I need to get them?
7.7.17

Fingerprints: Why do I need to get them?

When you are applying for a Record Suspension or US Entry Waiver, you will need to obtain fingerprints. Learn why your fingerprints are needed.

A Criminal Record "May or May Not Exist"
9.20.12

A Criminal Record "May or May Not Exist"

An official criminal record check requires that an individual’s fingerprints be taken, and compared with the federal records at CPIC (The Canadian Police

US Entry Waiver: How long is it good for?
3.17.17

US Entry Waiver: How long is it good for?

A US Entry Waiver is good for six months to five years. Many clients get a five year waiver on the first try. You can enter the US with a criminal record.

NEXUS program could bar people with criminal records
7.27.16

NEXUS program could bar people with criminal records

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) may make it more difficult for people with records to qualify for NEXUS and FAST cards.

Can My Military Record Be Pardoned?
1.31.24

Can My Military Record Be Pardoned?

Find out how your military record can be pardoned in our latest blog post.

International Student Housing: A Guide
11.28.17

International Student Housing: A Guide

International student housing is one of the biggest challenges for new students in Canada. Learn how to find student housing in Canada.

Preclearance Bill C-23 could affect people with records
3.2.17

Preclearance Bill C-23 could affect people with records

A preclearance bill before Parliament could be of concern for clients who have criminal records or negative police contact.

Record Suspension benefits: What will a pardon do for you?
4.27.18

Record Suspension benefits: What will a pardon do for you?

Record Suspension benefits include the ability to find a job, rent housing and travel without having to worry about background checks. Learn what a Record Suspension can do for you.

How do I apply for an urgent TRP (Temporary Resident Permit)?
9.14.15

How do I apply for an urgent TRP (Temporary Resident Permit)?

Thousands of travellers to Canada every year are surprised to find out that a past criminal record—even one committed many years ago—can make them

Detroit-Windsor is one of the busiest places to enter the US
2.15.17

Detroit-Windsor is one of the busiest places to enter the US

Detroit-Windsor is one of the busiest border crossings. If you have a criminal record learn how you can cross the border.

Record Suspension Application Fee Hiked Despite Opposition
4.13.12

Record Suspension Application Fee Hiked Despite Opposition

The Canadian government increased the Parole Board of Canada’s application fee for a Canadian pardon (record suspension) to $631 from $150 – a 320 % jump.

Bullying in the Criminal Code
10.17.12

Bullying in the Criminal Code

The recent tragic death of Amanda Todd, a fifteen year old girl from Port Coquitlam British Columbia, has sparked outcry across the province and indeed the

BC Record Suspension: What has changed?
1.24.18

BC Record Suspension: What has changed?

Changes have been made to applying for a BC Record Suspension. The process of applying is the same, but your application could be assessed differently. Learn about the changes for BC pardon applications.