Name-Based Criminal Record Check
Fast CPIC Checks Using Your Name & Date of Birth
A Name-Based Criminal Record Check (also called a CPIC name check) searches the Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) database using your legal name and date of birth. This is the fastest type of criminal record check and is suitable for most employment, volunteer, and general screening purposes.
Results are typically available the same day or within 24–48 hours, depending on whether a CPIC match is found.
How It Works
- You provide your name and date of birth — No fingerprints required for a basic name check
- CPIC database is searched — The query is run against the national criminal database
- Certificate issued — If no match is found, a “no criminal record” certificate is issued
- Fingerprints may be required — If CPIC finds a potential match or the requesting organization requires a certified check, fingerprints must be submitted to confirm identity
Name Check vs. Certified Check
Name-Based Check
- Uses name + DOB
- Fast results (same day)
- Lower cost
- Suitable for employment & volunteering
- Not fingerprint-certified
Certified (Fingerprint) Check
- Uses fingerprints
- 3–5 business day turnaround
- Highest level of certainty
- Required for immigration & citizenship
- RCMP-certified result
Common Uses
- Employment screening and background checks
- Volunteer organization screening
- Adoption applications
- Licensing and professional registration
What to Bring
- Two pieces of valid government-issued photo ID
- Any form or request letter from your employer or organization
Unsure which check you need? Call us and we’ll help you figure out the right option for your situation.
Edmonton Downtown
📍 Suite 208, 10109 – 106 Street NW
Edmonton, AB T5J 3L7
📞 780-851-1188
Mon–Fri: 10 AM – 6 PM
Sat & Sun: Closed
Edmonton South
📍 2nd Floor, 3273 Parsons Road
Edmonton, AB T6N 1B4
📞 780-851-5599
Mon–Fri: 9 AM – 5 PM
Sat: 10 AM – 4 PM