Criminal Record Checks
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Fast results for criminal record checks (also referred to as police checks, police certificates, CPICs, criminal background checks and police clearances).
Commissionaires provides criminal record checks for the purposes of employment, visa applications and foreign travel / work permits. We provide criminal record checks, depending on your requirements, using either your name and date of birth only, or using your fingerprints, taken using our fingerprinting process. Criminal record checks, also referred to as criminal background checks, police clearances, police checks, police certificates or CPIC checks, are processed through the National Canadian Police Information Center (CPIC) database, providing results in as fast as 48 hours. Applications must be completed in person at our office. All applicants are welcome with no restrictions on your place of residence.
Knowledgeable, friendly Commissionaires’ staff can assist you with the process and the necessary paper work. All results are strictly confidential and are released directly back to the applicant unless otherwise requested by signing a third party consent waiver. To obtain your criminal record check results in person, you must produce your receipt of payment.
Criminal background check services from Commissionaires:
- are delivered by friendly, professional and knowledgeable commissionaires;
- are competitively priced;
- provide quick results;
- do not require an appointment;
- are provided in multiple languages (please call ahead to receive service in another language);
- include a convenient and cost-effective mobile service option for group processing of fingerprints - we can come to your location.
How to Get your Criminal Record Check
We want to make sure your experience is a pleasant one. Our respectful and friendly staff members are the experts in providing criminal record check services. To speed up the process, please ensure you have all the necessary materials in hand before you visit our office.
Identification required
You should bring two pieces of valid government issued identification and one must be a photo ID. The following are types of acceptable identification. Please check with your local office for additional types of identification which may be accepted:
- Passport
- Driver's Licence
- Birth Certificate
- Canadian Citizenship Card
- Permanent Resident Card
- Certificate of Indian Status
- Immigration Documents i.e. work or study permits
- Military Family ID card (MFID)
- Record of Landing for Citizenship Applicant
- Certificate of Live Birth
- Nexus card
Notes:
- It is recommended applicants have with them a letter or file number from the requesting source, if applicable;
- All identification must be current and not expired.
Our experienced staff will be happy to assist in answering any questions.
Payment Methods
We accept major credit cards, debit cards or cash.
Location
We are located at 290 Burnell Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3G 2A7.
Appointments
An appointment is not necessary; however, if there is a large group needing criminal record checks an appointment is suggested. Or call to inquire about our mobile identification service.
Frequently Asked Questions about Criminal Record Checks
How long does it take to complete an application?
The process of completing a criminal record check application takes approximately 10 minutes. Applications must be completed in the presence of our Commissionaires ID staff, at our office, or at your location with our mobile service.
How are results obtained and how long does it take?
The National Canadian Police Information Center can provide an electronic copy of results to Commissionaires in as little as 48 hours after submission. Results can be obtained in person by the applicant by showing picture ID or they can be received by fax or sent to a third party if this is pre-arranged. The original copy of the results will be available about one week after submission and at an additional cost.
Who needs a vulnerable sector check?
A vulnerable sector check is required by applicants working with the vulnerable sector, including those working with children, the elderly and disabled. If you are involved with the vulnerable sector and are seeking a criminal background check, please go to your local police detachment.
Will results list actual offense details?
No. Criminal background check certificate results will show either ‘Approved’ or ‘Rejected’ and no details of offenses will be listed.
Is Commissionaires a government agency?
Commissionaires is not a government agency. Commissionaires is a not-for-profit organization employing former military and police as well as responsible citizens of all ages in rewarding careers.