Is pre-employment background screening legal in Canada? What about Criminal Record Checks?
Yes! BackCheck fully complies with the Human Rights Code of Canada. We ensure complete compliance with Canadian privacy legislation, the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), and other relevant laws and legislation. All of BackCheck’s services require the candidate’s consent and understanding of the process involved in our services. As an employer, you are obligated to protect your organization, its customers, and your employees. A thorough background check allows employers to do the most within the law to protect their businesses.