AllCleared Insights & Education Corner
Knowledge is power. Read through our vast list of informative insights written by our team of experts and empower yourself.New Changes to Canada’s Immigration Law Come Into Force with the Passing of Bill C-43
June 20th, 2013 marked the day that Bill C-43, also known as the Faster Removal of Foreign Criminals Act (FRFCA), was passed into law. The bill amends the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, which is the primary federal legislation that regulates immigration to...
Finding a Job with a Criminal Record in Canada | Q & A
Answers You Need When Job Searching With a Criminal Record in Canada By Paulina Zagozda Are there companies in Canada who will refuse to hire a person with a criminal record? Answer: Because of federal and provincial human rights legislation, you can’t really say that...
Vacationing with a Criminal Record – Do I need a Canadian Pardon to go to the USA?
Do I need a Canadian Pardon to Travel Abroad (not including the USA)? By Anna Sergeyeva *This blog advises on travel plans that do not include US destinations, and flying over or passing through a US port of entry. Read for tips on protecting yourself when travelling...
Do I have a Criminal Record?
By Mark Duffy I was charged with a criminal offence but not convicted. Do I have a Criminal Record? Often, we receive calls from people who are shocked to find out that they have a Criminal Record because they were charged, but never convicted of an offence....
Can you go to the USA with a Criminal Record in Canada?
By Heather White If you have found yourself thinking: “Can I travel to the US with a criminal record?” ...then this information is for you! In order to determine whether a Record Suspension (formerly called a pardon) or a US waiver would be best suited to you, choose...
HOW DO I GET A PARDON IN CANADA? The How-to Guide to Selecting the Right Canadian Pardon Services
Toronto, ON – Look – you've probably been thinking this for a while now, so let’s answer what’s become an essential question for Canadians with criminal records: How do I select the right company to help me obtain my record suspension (formerly known as a Canadian...
Canadian Pardons and Employment Opportunities
By Anna Sergeyeva Imagine that you just had an interview for your dream job or you found the perfect apartment. You think everything went well but never got a call back. What could be the reason? You may have a criminal record. More and more companies and landlords...
Can I be Fired if I have a Criminal Record?
As you delve into laws surrounding a complex area such as Labour Law, you come to realize there is a lot of gray area connected with this topic. A criminal record is not necessarily grounds for termination. In fact it can lead to liability for discrimination, which...
Canada Post Implementing Employee Background Checks on Current Employees
By Mark In March of 2013, the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) issued a bulletin to all of their members stating that Canada Post (CPC) would be implementing a new practice of conducting employee background checks for all personnel. The new policy allows Canada...
Obtaining a Pardon for a Theft Charge
Theft in Canada Charges for Theft offences in Canada will most certainly leave you with a criminal record. As a federal offence covered in the Criminal Code, a theft conviction will show up on your federal criminal record if it is searched for the purposes...
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