Get Your Name-Based Check in Canada - Simply, Reliably, and Without the Paperwork

A name-based check is a criminal record search completed using your full name and date of birth against Canadian police databases and the National Repository of Criminal Records. It is commonly required for non-vulnerable sector employment screening, certain immigration applications, licensing purposes, and general background verification. Unlike fingerprint-based checks, this process does not require fingerprint submission.

A name-based check searches records using your personal information, including your name and date of birth. A fingerprint-based Criminal Record Check, however, uses electronic fingerprints submitted to the RCMP’s RTID system for biometric identification. Because fingerprint checks provide definitive identity confirmation, they are typically required for immigration, adoption, vulnerable sector positions, and record suspension applications. If you are unsure which type of check you need, Globeia can help guide you before you apply.

An “Incomplete” result means the police agency could not confirm a conclusive outcome using only your name and date of birth. In this situation, fingerprint submission is required to complete the identification process. Globeia can assist with coordinating a fingerprint-based Criminal Record Check either at our Scarborough, Ontario office.

No. Positions involving vulnerable populations, including children, seniors, or individuals with disabilities, usually require a Vulnerable Sector Check. VSC must be completed directly through a local Canadian police service.

A Vulnerable Sector Check is an enhanced background screening required for professionals and volunteers working with vulnerable populations. This commonly includes teachers, healthcare workers, childcare providers, social workers, and similar roles. These checks must be requested directly through a local police agency and are separate from standard name-based checks.

Applicants must provide a valid government-issued photo ID that includes their full legal name, date of birth, and photograph. The identification must not be expired. International government-issued photo IDs are accepted if they are current and presented in English.

Yes. Applicants must provide Canadian address history information as part of the application process. Canadian police database searches cannot be completed without a Canadian address.

The validity period depends on the organization requesting the check. Some employers or agencies may accept results issued within the past three months, while others may have different requirements. Applicants should confirm the required validity period directly with the requesting organization before applying.

Globeia accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express for name-based check applications. Applicants are encouraged to review all details carefully before submitting payment, as payments generally cannot be reversed once processing has begun.

Globeia handles all personal information in compliance with Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial privacy legislation. All data is processed through secure, encrypted systems with strict confidentiality measures maintained throughout the application process.

Results are normally delivered electronically by email in PDF format for faster and more convenient access. If a physical copy is required for submission to an employer or organization, applicants can contact Globeia directly to discuss available options.