Employment
Since 9/11 many employers have made an increase effort to conduct criminal record checks on current and prospective employees. A criminal record may prevent you from receiving a promotion and may even get you fired.
If your job involves travel, you may be asked to travel to the United States. A criminal
record will prevent you from being able to travel to the United States.
Below are just the many few occupations that may require a criminal record search:
| Bankers Accountants Cashiers Childcare workers and volunteers Chiropractors Court clerks IT (Information Technology) positions Correctional and security officers Dentists Doctors Massage therapists Nurses |
Brokers Optometrists Couriers Casino staff Funeral directors Truck Drivers Day care workers Government positions Police officers Physiotherapists Teachers, principals, secretaries Social workers and volunteers |
Immigration
Citizen and Immigration Canada often reject applicants for refugee status, landed status and citizenship. If you are not a Canadian citizen and have a criminal record you may be deported. So, before you start the immigration process it is recommended that you take the steps to remove your criminal record.
Education
There are many educational institutions and programs that require a criminal record check before a student is accepted. There are also many programs that don’t require a criminal record check upon enrolment, but after completion, employers in industries similar to the
subjects you studied WILL require one. Examples are Accounting and Nursing programs.
Adoption
If you are planning to adopt a child, it is required by law that you have a criminal record check conducted by the RCMP. A criminal record will make adopting a child much more difficult.
Custody
A criminal record will negatively impact any custody battles or visitation rights you may have. Your criminal record could be used against you, let’s not let this happen and Apply Now.