The information provided on a criminal record check are records of convictions or findings of guilt under criminal law statutes including the Canadian Criminal Code and the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

What does a Canadian background check show?

The typical background check is meant to verify if the applicant is truthful about their criminal record, education, and employment history. Because of that, we highly recommend reference checks and education and employment verifications in addition to the Canadian Criminal Record checks.

What does a criminal background check reveal?

Nearly all background checks include a criminal-history check, based on information supplied by the candidate, including their Social Security number. Criminal background checks will reveal felony and misdemeanor criminal convictions, any pending criminal cases, and any history of incarceration as an adult.

Do arrests show up on a background check Canada?

Yes. Non-convictions (i.e., acquittals, stayed charges, withdrawn or dismissed charges, and absolute or conditional discharges) still show up on most local police records checks.

How far back does a background check go in Canada?

80 years A criminal conviction in Canada, with no suspensions, will last up to 80 years before being struck from the record as standard. Canadian criminal record checks conducted by searching the CPIC database are the only official way to perform a criminal background check on someone in Canada.

Are criminal charges public record in Canada?

You have the right to access your own criminal record. You can request a copy from the RCMP or your local police under the Privacy Act of Canada. Criminal record checks are completed by municipal police and local RCMP detachments.

How can I check my criminal record online Canada?

To Submit an online request for a criminal record check, you must:Be at least 12 years of age as of todays date.Have your identity verified through the Electronic Identity Verification (EIV) process. Please use a laptop or desktop computer, some applicants have experienced difficulties using a mobile device.

Can you have a criminal record without knowing Canada?

According to a CBC News article, under the Privacy Act, you have the right to check to see if you have a criminal record. Its done through written authorization and identification verification. A Canadian wanting to check his or her own Canadian criminal record can do it at a police station and in person.