Get a Police Check in Ontario Online
Ontario has the highest demand for police checks in Canada. Whether you need one for employment, volunteering, licensing, or immigration, Instant Record Check lets you complete your Ontario police check entirely online — fast, secure, and accepted across the province.
Why Do You Need a Police Check in Ontario?
Ontario employers and organizations commonly require police checks for:
- Employment — Many Ontario employers require a clean criminal record check before hiring
- Volunteering — Schools, hospitals, and non-profits require background checks for all volunteers
- Professional Licensing — Regulated professions (healthcare, education, finance, real estate) require police checks through bodies like the Ontario College of Teachers or College of Nurses of Ontario
- Tenant Applications — Landlords across Ontario commonly request criminal record checks
- Immigration & Travel — Police certificates required for visa applications
Types of Police Checks in Ontario
- Criminal Record Check (CRC) — Standard check for convictions and charges. Most common for employment. From $59.97.
- Criminal Record & Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC) — Broader check including discharges and judicial orders. From $66.97.
- Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) — Required for working with children, seniors, or vulnerable persons in Ontario.
Ontario Police Check by City
- Toronto Police Check
- Ottawa Police Check
- Brampton Police Check
- Mississauga Police Check
- Cambridge Police Check
- St. Catharines Police Check
- Thunder Bay Police Check
Online vs. In-Person Police Checks in Ontario
Most Ontario police services require in-person appointments that take weeks to schedule. Instant Record Check offers a faster alternative:
- No appointment needed — apply 24/7 from anywhere in Ontario
- Results in minutes — vs. 2-8 weeks through local police services
- Same RCMP database — searches the Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC)
- Accepted province-wide — recognized by Ontario employers and organizations
- One piece of ID — most police stations require two forms of identification
The only scenario where an in-person visit is required is for a Vulnerable Sector Check, which needs fingerprinting — no online provider can process a VSC.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a police check in Ontario?
The fastest option is Instant Record Check — apply online in under 10 minutes and receive RCMP-based results the same day. For in-person checks, visit your local Ontario police service, OPP detachment, or municipal police — appointments are usually required, and processing takes 2–8 weeks. A Vulnerable Sector Check is the only type that requires an in-person visit with fingerprinting.
How much does a police check cost in Ontario?
Online through Instant Record Check: CRC from $59.97, CRJMC from $66.97 — with results in minutes and no appointment needed. In-person fees vary by municipality and check type, plus factor in travel time and 2–8 weeks of processing.
Are online police checks valid in Ontario?
Yes. RCMP-based online criminal record checks are accepted by Ontario employers, professional licensing bodies, volunteer organizations, and government agencies. There is no requirement that checks come from a specific police service — what matters is the RCMP CPIC database search, which Instant Record Check provides.
