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Triton Canada background checks cannot be used as vulnerable sector checks. Please direct any questions concerning vulnerable sector checks to your local police service.
A criminal record check in Quebec has become an industry standard for employers and job managers because they need to hire trustworthy candidates. Not all criminal offences will disqualify you from a job, but certain positions must watch out for specific red flags.
If you’re unsure how to get your criminal record check or need one in a hurry, you’ve come to the right place. Our straightforward online process will get you your results within fifteen minutes. And because we follow RCMP guidelines, all your information will be safe and secure.
This includes your legal name, contact information, birthday, gender, and place of birth. This only takes about five minutes.
Pay for your online criminal record check using our secure payment methods.
Within just fifteen minutes, your results will arrive by email. Now, you’re all set!
There are four types of criminal record checks in Quebec. Be sure to discuss with your employer which type you need before making your request.
Name-Based Criminal Record Check (CRC)
This is a basic check for applicants looking to work or volunteer for an employer or organization doing their due diligence and does not involve children or vulnerable adults.
A named-based criminal record check uses your name and birthdate to check the Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) system for a criminal convictions summary and findings of guilt under the Youth Criminal Justice Act within the applicable disclosure period.
Certified Criminal Record Check
A certified criminal record check uses fingerprints when a name-based CRC can’t definitively confirm a person’s identity. A fingerprint search of the National Repository of Criminal Records is conducted by the RCMP’s Canadian Criminal Real Time Identification Services (CCRTIS).
Police Information Check (PIC)
A PIC is limited to criminal convictions, outstanding criminal charges and warrants, and other judicial orders. It can be used for employment outside of Canada, and you can apply for a PIC when you are outside of Canada by verifying your identity with a local police service or the nearest consulate.
Police Information Check – Vulnerable Sector (PIC-VS)
A PIC-VS is for employment or volunteer services that involve children or vulnerable adults.
A PIC-VS includes criminal convictions, outstanding criminal charges and warrants, and other judicial orders, in addition to non-convictions and files in which you were a bona fide suspect in a founded substantiated offence. However, it won’t include unsubstantiated allegations.
A PIC-VS can only be done for organizations in Canada. The position itself can be outside of Canada, but the results of the vulnerable sector check must stay within Canada.
Like a PIC, a PIC-VS will search the CPIC as well as local police databases to determine if any patterns of behavior exist that may result in harm to a youth or vulnerable adult.
Finally, you can’t apply for a PIC-VS outside of Canada.
Here is a general guideline of what types of occupations may ask for a criminal record check in Quebec and which kind.
This list isn’t meant to be exhaustive since different employers will ask for different criminal record checks, so be sure to confirm with them before making your request.
Also, please note that each check is only good for one organization or institution.
Name-Based or Certified Criminal Record Check (CRC)
Police Information Check (PIC)
Police Information Check – Vulnerable Sector (PIC-VS)
Triton criminal record checks will satisfy a criminal record check and PIC but not a PIC-VS.
According to RCMP policy, you must contact your local police station to acquire a vulnerable sector check. If you live in Montreal, contact the SPVM.
You can learn more about RCMP policy here.
If you are seeking a criminal record check or PIC, then simply complete our user-friendly online application.
How does Triton conduct a criminal record check in Quebec?
Using our contacts with RCMP and local police departments across Quebec, we can thoroughly search databases for the necessary information.
What payment methods do you accept when purchasing a criminal record check in Quebec?
Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.
How will you protect my privacy?
We maintain all information retrieved during the criminal record check process in confidential, secure files that are accessible on a strictly need-to-know basis. You can learn more about our privacy policy here.
Why can’t you offer vulnerable sector checks?
This is in accordance with RCMP guidelines, which Triton follows without exception. You can learn more about RCMP policy here.
Why choose Triton for a criminal record check in Quebec?
Many police services are understandably busy, so their background check process can take a while. For example, if you’re looking for a criminal record check in Montreal the average processing time is up to thirty days.
Triton has invested in the dedicated technology to complete criminal record checks in industry-leading turnaround times. Further, not only will you get your results in fifteen minutes, but you can be confident that your information is protected and accurate.
Thank you for going through all the trouble! Your team is doing a great job by the way!
Triton works closely with the RCMP and local police departments across the country. This allows us to search confidently through the RCMP database for criminal records and background checks.
We accept Visa, Mastercard and American Express.
All information received in the background investigation process will be maintained by Triton in confidential, secure files, with restricted access to only those who have a need to know. Learn more about our Triton Canada Privacy Policy.
Our easy-to-use background check system makes the process smooth and efficient, allowing us to deliver results to you within 15 minutes.
The Criminal Background Check offered by Triton does not include Vulnerable Sector Information. The RCMP policy states that a Vulnerable Sector Check must be conducted by your local police service.
You may need a Vulnerable Sector Check if you intend on working or volunteering with vulnerable people. This includes, but is not limited to: teachers, social workers, nurses, and more.
To learn more about Vulnerable Sector Checks, visit your local police service or review the RCMP policy.
