In the province of British Columbia, different kinds of Canadian police record checks are used such as a Canadian Police Information Check (PIC), and Canadian Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector (PIC-VS). A Police Information Check (PIC) is an enhanced background check that discloses details on convictions, non-convictions, warrants, charges, discharges, etc. through various police management systems and databases. This police check is suitable for general employment and volunteering.
A Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector (PIC-VS) is a background check specifically suitable for roles of employment and volunteering where authority over Canadian vulnerable citizens is involved. A PIC-VS discloses information on convictions, non-convictions, charges, warrants, discharges, sex offense-based record suspensions, etc. through various databases.
An RCMP Certified Criminal Record Check is a detailed police check based on the applicant’s fingerprints. This check is used for immigration, visa, etc. This fingerprint-based check reveals precise details regarding an applicant’s criminal history.