Pardons Canada – “I had no idea getting a pardon was possible.”

pardons.org There are many Canadians who have been charged with a criminal offence and have no idea that they are eligible for a Canada Pardon. They carry the label of “criminal” with them for many years and can suffer many negative consequences as a result.  Particularly a criminal record will limit your ability to cross…

Pardons Canada – “Now that I got my Pardon I feel free to apply for a passport to visit my family in the US”

pardons.org Many people with a criminal record are concerned about traveling to the US.  Understandably so, considering that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) can refuse you entry at the US border if you have a criminal record. Since June 2009, the Americans are requiring every Canadian to have a passport to cross the US…

Pardons Canada – Once a Pardon is granted one can pass a criminal check for work purposes

pardons.org These days its nearly impossible to get a job with a criminal record.  No matter how old it is or how “insignificant” the infraction was, if an employer sees a red flag on a criminal background check, they are likely to hire another candidate. Even if you have received a conditional or absolute discharge,…