Types of Police Information Checks
There are two types of police information checks (PIC and PIC VS). The type of position you are applying for will determine which type of check you will require. In all cases you should consult with the agency, organization or employer that requires you to obtain a police check to determine which one you need.-
Police Information Check without Vulnerable Sector Screening (PIC)
This check is intended for applicants who are seeking employment and/or volunteer opportunities with agencies who require a police information check. This check is for applications who will NOT be in a position of authority or trust relative to vulnerable persons. -
Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening (PIC VS)
This check is restricted to applicants seeking employment and/or volunteer positions in a position of authority or trust relative to vulnerable persons. This check is more in-depth and can include checks for any convictions, outstanding warrants, charges, judicial orders, non-convictions and adverse police contact information available from local police agency’s records management system and other systems/records where authorized. This check will include sexual offence convictions for which the individual has received a record suspension, subject to authorization by the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness.
Please click here for further information about vulnerable sector screening and possible fingerprinting requirement as individuals applying for PIC VS may be requested to come in for fingerprinting.
Here are some common examples of when a PIC versus a PIC VS may be required.
| Position or Occupation (these are guidelines only, your employer will determine which check is required) |
PIC | PIC-VS | |
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| 1. | School Teacher or Teaching Assistant (on hire or placement) |  |
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| 2. | Office worker | |
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| 3. | Social Worker | |
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| 4. | Daycare Worker | |
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| 5. | School Bus Driver | |
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| 6. | Counselor / Psychologist / Social Worker | |
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| 7. | Retail Worker | |
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| 8. | Residential Care Aid / Caregiver | |
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| 9. | Factory / Warehouse Worker | |
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| 10. | Truck Driver | |
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| 11. | Minor Sporting Coach | |
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| 12. | Scout Leader | |
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| 13. | Hospitality (bars, restaurants, hotels) | |
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| 14. | Tenant for rental property | |
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| 15. | Child and Youth Worker | |
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| 16. | Nursing / Retirement Home Worker | |
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| 17. | School Crossing Guard | |
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| 18. | Host Family / Boarding Parent | |
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| 19. | Security Guard | |
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| 20. | Police Officer | |
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| 21. | Realtor / Mortgage Broker | |
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| 22. | Attendant in animal sheltr / dog walker | |