How do I complete the Measurable Benefit questionnaire

When completing the Measurable Benefit Questionnaire, you must answer every question (Question #4 only relates to sexual offence convictions – so if you do not have a conviction of a sexual nature you do not need to answer question #4).
This is the only ‘voice’ your application will get. It is vital that you show in…

Why do some documents expire?

According to the requirements set in place by the Parole Board of Canada and the Department of Homeland Security certain documents required are time sensitive. Please be aware that we track these documents in order to avoid any delays with your file. You are also responsible for submitting any requested documents in a timely and…

Why does not paying fines affect my eligibility?

The fine is a part of the sentence. The sentence must be completed to become eligible for the Pardon/Record Suspension. Please note that outstanding traffic, civil or family court fines will affect your eligibility.

What is my eligibility?

Once we have received your RCMP report and have gathered all the necessary court documents we will be able to confirm your eligibility for a Pardon/Record Suspension.

 

For more information pertaining to your specific eligibility, please click here.

Why so long? Can I speed up the process?

It takes time for the RCMP, courts, local police, PBC and other government agencies to process the necessary documents for your application. If we find that these agencies are taking longer than expected, we have a complex tracking system to follow up with requested documents.

How long does the process take?

Depending on how quickly we receive requested documents from the RCMP, courts, local police and the Parole Board of Canada (PBC), the process to prepare your file takes approx. 10-24 months. Please remember that your file can only be submitted to the PBC once you have reached your statutory eligibility date.

Once a Pardon is granted, who can see that a criminal record existed?

All information pertaining to convictions will be taken out of the Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) and may not be disclosed without permission from the Minister of Public Safety Canada. This applies only to records kept within federal departments and agencies. However, many of the provincial and municipal law enforcement agencies cooperate by restricting access…

Am I able to challenge a denial?

If the Parole Board of Canada (PBC) proposes to deny your Pardon they will do so in writing and give you 60 days to provide written representation addressing the proposal (Pardons Canada will assist you in this process). The PBC will take your representation into account and the board will make a decision based on…

What are the chances my Pardon will be denied?

The Parole Board of Canada (PBC) requires you to be of good conduct in addition to being eligible for the pardon according to the law governing eligibility requirements. Good conduct can consist of many different things and includes, but is not limited to: the absence of highway traffic fines, fine in arrears for child support…