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Pardons Canada specializes in assisting Canadians across the country in moving past their criminal records by successfully applying for pardons, officially known as record suspensions. Our goal is to help you regain your freedom and unlock new opportunities by highlighting your rehabilitation and clearing your criminal record in Canada.
A record suspension or pardon is a recognition by the Canadian government that an individual’s criminal record no longer reflects their character and should be sealed away. This process involves a thorough application and review and, if granted, allows for a fresh start by setting aside past convictions.
A record suspension can open doors that were once closed due to a criminal record. Not only does it symbolize a second chance, but it also actively removes barriers in various aspects of life.
Many employers conduct local and/or federal criminal record searches before hiring. The discovery of your criminal record will negatively affect your chances of getting a job.
Before sub-contracting to an individual or a small business, many companies require criminal record searches for all employees and owners.
Many companies and organizations conduct criminal record searches for employees who have applied for promotions. You likely will not receive the promotion and may even be fired.
if it is too expensive for an employer to bond you because of your criminal record, you are not likely to be hired.
Citizenship and Immigration Canada often rejects applications for refugee status, landed status or citizenship and frequently deports people who have criminal records.
Your child custody and visitation rights may be reduced or eliminated because of your criminal record.
Criminal record searches are required by law for people hoping to volunteer. Most organizations will not permit you to volunteer if you have a criminal record.
Standard rental application forms ask if you have a criminal record. You may find it difficult to find a place to live with a criminal record.
Many educational programs require criminal record checks, where a discovered record could result in a denied admission.
Most people are consciously or subconsciously distressed by their past criminal records. Removing your criminal record plays a large part in removing the stigma and shame associated with a criminal past.
In addition to removing barriers, obtaining a pardon plays a crucial role in protecting you from various forms of social and legal challenges.:
Pardons Canada undertakes all necessary steps and procedures for removing your criminal record, including: Pardons/Record Suspensions, Purges, Photograph & Fingerprint Destruction, and U.S. Entry Waivers.
Applying for a record suspension involves various costs, including application fees, fingerprinting charges and the Parole Board of Canada’s processing fee. These fees are subject to change, but Pardons Canada can provide accurate pricing.
Yes, a record suspension can be denied. Common reasons include not meeting the eligibility criteria, such as the required waiting period post-conviction, incomplete or incorrect application or evidence of recent criminal activity.
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