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Get your criminal record check in Quebec online in minutes - safely and securely.

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Why Would I Need a Criminal Record Check in Quebec?

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 15 minutes. And because we follow RCMP guidelines, all your information will be safe and secure.

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Process to Obtain Your Criminal Record Check in Quebec Online With Triton

Fill in Personal Information

This includes legal names, contact information, birthday, gender, and place of birth. The total process to enter your information is about 5 minutes.

Enter Payment Details

Pay for your online criminal record check using our secure payment methods.

Receive Results via Email

Wait for your results to come in within 15 minutes and you’re all set!

Additional Information About Criminal Record Checks in Quebec

Before requesting a criminal record check, first discuss with your employer which type they require. Please note that each check is good for only one organization.

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 behaviour 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 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)

  • Banking clerk
  • Food/retail vendor
  • Immigration/permanent resident/work visa
  • Labourer/tradesperson
  • Landlord/superintendent
  • Office staff
  • Personal (not available in BC)
  • Security guard
  • Tenant for rental property

Police Information Check (PIC)

  • Adoption (must be fingerprinted)
  • Attendant in animal shelter/dog walker
  • Auditor/accountant
  • Hospitality (bars/restaurants/hotels)
  • Lawyer/notary
  • Long-haul trucker
  • Name change
  • Realtor

Police Information Check – Vulnerable Sector (PIC-VS)

  • Attendant at a children’s petting zoo
  • Big Brother/Sister
  • Counsellor/psychologist/social worker
  • Doctor/dentist/nurse
  • Driving instructor
  • Foster/boarding parents
  • Police officer
  • Residential/retirement home caregiver
  • School staff (teachers/bus drivers/tutors, etc.)
  • Scout leader
  • Support worker
  • Taxi driver
  • Youth care worker

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’re seeking a criminal record check or PIC, simply complete our user-friendly online application.

  • First, fill in personal information such as legal names, contact information, birthday, and place of birth.
  • Second, enter your payment details using our secure methods.
  • Third, your results will arrive via email in just 15 minutes.

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 30 days.

Triton has invested in dedicated technology to complete criminal record checks at industry-leading turnaround times. Further, not only will you get your results in 15 minutes, but you can be confident that your information is protected and accurate.

Most Trusted Provider of Criminal Record Checks in Quebec

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