Criminal Record Checks
A Criminal Record Check determines if an individual has been charged/convicted of a criminal offence,
or, if there are other outstanding conditions. There are two types of Criminal Record Checks.
Basic Criminal Record Checks:
- A query based on name and date of birth, of active criminal files in the RCMP national Repository of Criminal Records.
- Reports all indictable Canadian criminal convictions that have not been pardoned, discharged or sealed by record suspension.
- Does not report on summary convictions or pending charges before the courts.
- Across Canada, the Basic Check may be referred to as Standard or CPIC.
Enhanced Criminal Record Checks (Recommended):
Provide indicators of:
- Discharged findings of guilt will be identified if relevant and releasable (Absolute discharges within 1 year and conditional discharges within 3 years).
- Additional convictions, either indictable or summary, that have not yet been populated into the RCMP’s National Repository of Criminal Records.
- Summary convictions, within the past five years.
- Outstanding warrants; criminal charges presently before the courts, including restrictive bail or release conditions; peace bonds and prohibition or probation orders in effect.
- Across Canada, this check may also be referred to as a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC), Police Information Check, or a Level 2 Check.
Declaration of a Criminal Record:
A declaration allows candidates to voluntarily disclose their criminal convictions in Canada during the Criminal Record Application process. The authorized Police Agency conducting the checks will confirm the accuracy of information voluntarily revealed by the candidate. This process allows requesting organizations to accurately view and adjudicate previous criminal convictions. All CharityVillage Criminal Record Check products are conducted by accredited and authorized Canadian police services.
Candidate Convenience
Candidates have the opportunity to securely upload further information from their local police about their criminal record. This will provide additional context to the requesting organization, allowing for informed decisions.
