Pardons
The Pardons program grants, denies or revokes pardons for past convictions under federal statutes.
Delivered by: National Parole Board (NPB)
Eligibility Information
A person applying for a pardon must have done the following:
- completed their sentence (including parole, paid all fines and surcharges, restitutions, completed probation period)
- have served the required waiting period
- demonstrated that he or she is a law-abiding citizen
- other criteria may apply
Financial Information
- There is a fee for this service. Contact the program for more information.
Application Information
The completed pardon application must include the following documents:
- a certified copy of the criminal record, including fingerprints taken by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police's Criminal Record Verification program
- record checks performed by local police
- proof of conviction, if a conviction does not appear in the criminal record
- court records, which only apply to confirm pardon eligibility or provide proof of payment of all fines
- a certified military conduct sheet, if applicable
Contact Information
- General Inquiries: 1 800 874-2652
- E-mail: info@npb-cnlc.gc.ca
Related Information
- Persons applying for a pardon must notify the National Parole Board in writing of any change of address while their application is being processed.
