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Prices are accurate at the time of submission. Pricing is in Canadian Dollar (CAD). Pass-through access fees may apply.
š Limited time offer! New customers get select checks and packages for up to 25% off until Sept 30, 2025. Offer Details
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Criminal Record Checks
Basic Canadian Criminal Record Check
$24.99 4-72 Hours*
This check searches the standard federal Canadian criminal records database. The check verifies the accuracy of disclosed criminal convictions for indictable, hybrid and summary offences for which a pardon has not been granted. Note: This check requires a successful identification verification before the fulfilment of this service.
*The availability and disclosure of criminal records varies by jurisdiction.
Enhanced Canadian Criminal Record Check
$29.99 4-72 Hours*
The Enhanced Canadian Criminal Record Check includes the Basic Canadian Criminal Record Check and additional searches of the CPIC investigative Data Bank and the Police Information Portal (PIP). Note: This check requires a successful identification verification before the fulfilment of this service.
*The availability and disclosure of criminal records varies by jurisdiction.
Quebec Record Check ā SOQUIJ (Quebec Only)
$39.99 1 Day
The Quebec Court Record Check (SOQUIJ) search provides access to criminal record information from penal court records for cases filed in Quebec courthouses.
Identity Verification
OneID
$4.99 Instant
OneID is an online, instant, secure, biometric authentication identity verification tool that compares a real-time self-photo to a government-issued identification document. The advanced software also scans the machine-readable zone of the identity document for format discrepancies.
Media & Financial Screening
Social Media Checks
$59.99 1-2 Days
A Social Media Check analyzes publicly available social media posts by or about a candidate. This check uses machine learning to identify possible risk indicators, such as hate speech, insults, bullying, offensive language, violence, drug use, and potentially illegal behaviours.
Credit Report
$12.99 Instant
A Credit Report includes information on an individualās credit activity and overall financial health. Reports include tradelines, bankruptcies, public record and collection information, and a credit score*. A credit report request will appear as an inquiry on the individualās credit file but will not impact the individualās credit score.
*Note: Credit scores do not appear on reports related to employment.
Public Records Check (Canada Only)
$9.99 < 1 hour
This is a search of international databases covering adverse media, country sanction lists, exposed persons lists, sex offender registries, terrorist registries, and most wanted lists. This service is not available for US candidates.
Verifications
Employment Verification
$29.99
An employment verification validates the details of an individualās disclosed employment history, including position held and dates of employment. Current employers are contacted only if permitted to do so. Please note that pass-through access fees may apply. See pass-through access fees here.
*Turnaround times depend on the responsiveness of the sources but Certnās in-house Verifications team initiates the process within one business day.
Education Verification
$29.99
An Education Verification confirms the educational history of an individual. Information is obtained from the educational institution or their designated third-party provider. This check typically verifies the degree received, course of study and dates of attendance as available. Please note that pass-through access fees may apply. See pass-through access fees here.
*Turnaround times depend on the responsiveness of the sources but Certnās in-house Verifications team initiates the process within one business day. Certn can verify ongoing enrollment, but results will be returned as āPartially Verifiedā until the degree, diploma, or certificate is obtained.
Credential Verification
$29.99
A Credential Verification validates professional licenses, certifications, designations, and other professional credentials as disclosed by a candidate. The check generally includes the credential status and its relevant dates (as available) with the issuing organization.
*Turnaround times depend on the responsiveness of the sources. Certnās in-house Verifications team initiates the process within one business day. Certn can verify completed licences and credentials, but results will be returned as āPartially Verifiedā for anything thatās in progress.
Reference Checks
Digital $4.49 / Phone $39.99
Reference Checks provide information on the candidateās character and work performance. Responses are obtained from supplied references by phone or email (digital) utilizing your customized list of questions. The standard process includes three (3) attempts per source to obtain the requested information.
*Turnaround times depend on the responsiveness of the references but Certnās in-house Verifications team initiates the process within one business day.
Driver Checks
Driver's Abstract / Motor Vehicle Records
$35.99
A Driver Abstract Record Check (Canada) provides information from the selected province relating to license status, driving history, infractions, accidents, and merit/demerit points. This check is not available in Alberta. The information available varies by province.
A Motor Vehicle Records Check (USA) shows a copy of a candidateās driving record which may include license status, traffic citations and accident history as maintained by the selected stateās Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Note that an additional state fee may apply.
*Information availability varies by state, province, and country. Note that an additional access fee may apply.
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*Offer Details for September Promotion
Offer valid for new customers in Canada who sign up on certn.co and place an order between September 2 and September 30, 2025, at 11:59 PM PDT.
25% off select background checks and packages applies to predefined CertnCentric packages (Essential, Pro, Elite) and select Certn Legacy checks (Identity Verification, Canadian Criminal (Basic), Softcheck, Employment Verification). Discounted pricing is automatically applied where applicable.
This offer is non-transferable, has no cash value, and may not be combined with any other promotion or discount. Payment is required at the time of placing the order. Invoice billing is not available for this promotion. Certn reserves the right to modify or cancel this offer at any time. For information on how we process and protect personal information, please visit our Privacy Policy at certn.co/privacy. For any questions about promotional offers, please email offers@certn.co.