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How To Lift A Weapons Ban in Canada

Understanding how to lift a weapons ban in Canada is crucial for Canadians hoping to regain their rights, particularly if they are interested in activities such as hunting. Weapons bans will significantly affect your ability to own or acquire firearms.  This guide provides a detailed exploration of the steps involved in possibly lifting such a ban. It includes insights from

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What is a Summary Offence in Canada?

Being charged and going to court can be very stressful, and not every case is tried the same way. At its least worrying, you may simply be charged with something like a traffic offence, and you may show up at court to contest the charge. On the most extreme end, however, your future may be on the line as you

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The Role of Confidential Counselling in the Pardon Process

If you are a Canadian living with a criminal record, obtaining a pardon, now known as a record suspension, is a critical step to reclaiming your freedoms. The process, however, can be quite intimidating to those unfamiliar with the law. Even understanding when and if you are eligible to begin the application can be confusing. At Pardons Canada, we understand

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Does a Peace Bond Show Up on a Vulnerable Sector Check?

Whether you’re applying for positions that require working with vulnerable populations or simply trying to understand the legal ramifications of past incidents, it’s important to know how a peace bond might appear in these specialized screenings.  This article explores whether a peace bond is recorded on a vulnerable sector check to shed light on how it could impact your professional

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Navigating Employment with a Criminal Record

Practical Tips and Insights At Pardons Canada, we understand the challenges faced by Canadians with criminal records who are looking for work. A past mistake should not define your future opportunities or overshadow your qualifications. If you are navigating employment with a criminal record, we are here to help.  This blog will explore your legal rights, the advantages of obtaining

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Understanding US Entry Waivers I-192: A Comprehensive Overview

Have you been refused entry at the American border because of your Canadian criminal record? This blog will discuss the essential information to help you understand US entry waivers, including who needs one, the application process, and common misconceptions about the process.  I-192: US Entry Waiver Explained A US entry waiver, known officially as the I-192 waiver, is a document

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Removing a Peace Bond from Your Record

Removing a peace bond from your criminal record can help ensure that past mistakes don’t impact your future opportunities. Peace bonds, while non-convictions, can still appear on criminal background checks and potentially affect your employment, travel, and personal life. This blog will guide you through the process of removing a peace bond from your record with a process known as

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What Happens If I Get Denied Entry at the US Border?

Crossing the border into the United States for business, leisure, or to see family is a privilege that most Canadians take for granted. US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has the right to run background checks on anyone passing through the border, and the presence of even completed charges on your record can lead to you being denied entry. This

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Stay Of Proceedings: Everything You Need To Know

The general understanding of the legal and court system in Canada is that once a person is arrested and charged, there is eventually a trial. It is at this trial that the most familiar outcomes are determined: guilty or innocent. But while a verdict of guilty with appropriate punishment or an acquittal with the accused resuming normal life are the

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Getting Bonded with a Criminal Record

Understanding if you are bondable and the challenges and pathways to becoming bondable with a criminal record is crucial for personal and professional development. Learn how to improve your chances of getting bonded with a criminal record, the importance of being bondable, and how Canadians can navigate these challenges to secure employment and achieve their career goals with the help

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