The UK has introduced a new travel requirement called the ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization). This applies to all travelers who can visit the UK without a visa, such as Canadians (see the list of applicable countries below). Starting in April 2025, all visa-free travelers will need an ETA to enter the UK. What is an […]
Understanding Stays of Charges in Canada: A Comprehensive Guide When most people think about the Canadian legal system, they picture a courtroom drama where a verdict of “guilty” or “not guilty” is reached. However, there’s another outcome that’s less commonly discussed but equally important: a stay of charges (or stay of proceedings). This legal decision can significantly […]
Anyone who has a prohibition order under section 109 of the Criminal Code of Canada (CCC) is most likely be inadmissible to the United States of America. The United States has access to all ongoing or lifetime prohibition orders even after the crime that resulted in those orders has been pardoned. A pardon / record […]
We are happy to announce that the National Pardon Centre is now providing walk-in services. Clients can once again drop by anytime during business hours. An appointment is not required. We are open 8.30am – 5.00pm Monday to Friday NO APPOINTMENT REQUIRED Since the Covid pandemic began we have done everything possible to keep our […]
When people around the world think of Canada, they generally think of a safe country to live in, but that does not mean that it is always safe and there are no crimes. Even with all the stay at home orders in 2020, there were still plenty of crimes. While a Statistics Canada report found […]
In Canada, there are two categories of criminal offences: summary and indictable. Generally speaking, they mainly differ in terms of the severity of the crime and resulting sentence. In this article we will define the term summary conviction and discuss examples of summary conviction offences and their impact on those who are convicted. A summary […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has deeply affected the Canadian government’s efficiency in providing services, and pardon applications are no exception. For those living with a criminal record, current times are especially challenging. Finding employment and housing can be a struggle if you have a criminal record, but the pandemic has only added to the problem by […]
If you’re wondering if you can enter the U.S. if you have a DUI on your record, the short answer is likely yes, provided you obey all customs regulations. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agency is generally more lenient regarding DUI charges than the Canadian Border Services Agency when determining an individual’s admissibility. What […]
PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT PROVIDE BIOMETRICS. BIOMETRICS CAN ONLY BE PROVIDED BY THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT. Biometrics There is some confusion about the difference between fingerprinting and biometrics in Canada. This post will help to clear things up. Fingerprinting and biometrics refer to two different things in Canada. They are often confused because in order […]
Why Does “Are You Bondable?” Appear On Job Applications? Being bondable is something you’ll see when applying for jobs. In many fields, employers require the people they hire be bondable before they can move ahead with hiring. Knowing if you are bondable matters because this tells any job you are deemed “trustworthy”. Hiring is a […]
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