A Clear Path to Your Canadian Record Suspension.
Structured document preparation and transparent guidance to help you understand the process and prepare your application.
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Your information is used only to provide your preliminary assessment and next-step guidance.
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Record Suspension Process
- Preliminary AssessmentComplete
- Gather Your DocumentsComplete
- Document PreparationComplete
- Finalize Your ApplicationPending
- Your SubmissionPending
How It Works
A clear process, from start to submission.
Simple steps, clear guidance, and no guesswork.
- 01
Free Assessment
Tell us about your situation. We review the information you provide and explain the next steps.
- 02
Gather Your Documents
We guide you through the documents you may need, including fingerprints, court documents, and police record checks.
- 03
Prepare Your Application
We organize your information and prepare the required forms, court documents, and supporting materials.
- 04
Review & Finalize
We review your application materials, check for missing items, and help you get everything ready for submission.
- 05
Ready to Submit
We guide you through the final steps so you know what to review, sign, and submit.
About Pardon Navigator
Experienced guidance, made clear and accessible.
Pardon Navigator is a newly established company built around experienced support for pardon and Record Suspension applications. We help applicants understand the process, prepare their documents, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Our approach is simple: provide practical support, explain our fees clearly, and keep you informed and in control at every step.
Learn more about usExperienced support team
Our team brings years of practical experience supporting pardon and Record Suspension applications.
Practical document guidance
We help you understand the process, organize your information, and prepare the documents required for your application.
Clear, affordable pricing
Our service fees are clearly explained before you decide. Government fees and other third-party costs are shown separately.
You remain in control
You review your information and documents before anything is finalized or submitted.
Independent, transparent, and client-focused
Pardon Navigator is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Government of Canada or the Parole Board of Canada. Applicants may apply directly to the PBC. Our service is optional and does not guarantee eligibility, approval, or processing time.
Learn about our serviceWhy Choose Us
Clarity. Preparation. Guidance.
Practical support to help you prepare with confidence and stay in control.
Step-by-Step Guidance
Know what to do next at every stage.
Human Document Preparation
Your documents are prepared and organized by real people.
Transparent Process
Know what we are doing and why.
You Stay in Control
You review and approve your application before submitting.
Practical Experience
Guidance based on real application experience.
Accessible Support
Clear communication throughout the process.
Experience & Trust
Experience you can rely on.
Our team brings professional experience supporting 500+ pardon cases. We apply that experience to provide a clearer, more structured way to prepare your documents and guide you through the process — while keeping you informed and in control at every step.
- 500+
Pardon cases supported
Through our team’s professional experience
- Experienced
Real-world experience
Practical experience with document preparation, application requirements, and common client challenges
- Structured
Organized workflows
Clear workflows designed to make complex information easier to understand and manage
- You remain in control
Nothing without your approval
You review your information and prepared documents before anything is finalized
Prepared with applicable requirements in mind
We build our preparation workflows around applicable forms, requirements and submission guidelines, helping you organize your information clearly and consistently.
Benefits of a Record Suspension
A Record Suspension can help you move forward.
It may help reduce some barriers associated with a past criminal record and open the door to new opportunities.
Employment
Pursue more job and career opportunities.
Education
Apply for schools, programs, and training opportunities.
Volunteering
Take part in more volunteer and community activities.
Travel
A Record Suspension may help with some travel situations.
Personal Opportunities
Reduce some barriers in everyday life and personal opportunities.
Peace of Mind
Move forward with greater confidence about your past.
Helpful Resources
Clear, practical answers to common questions about Record Suspensions in Canada.
Do I Really Need an Agency to Apply for a Record Suspension?
You can apply directly to the PBC. Learn what you can do yourself, what preparation involves, and when professional document support may be worth considering.
How to Apply for a Record Suspension in Canada: Step-by-Step Guide
Follow this 2026 step-by-step guide to learn what documents, court information, police checks, forms, and fees you need to prepare your application.
Can You Travel to the U.S. With a Criminal Record in Canada?
A Canadian Record Suspension does not automatically clear you for U.S. travel. Learn what a criminal record may mean when crossing the border and what to consider before you travel.
Pricing
Clear pricing, with no surprises.
Our professional service fee starts at $399. Government and third-party costs are separate and depend on your situation.
Court documents
Typically $0–$45 per document, depending on the province of conviction. Saskatchewan may charge $100 regardless of the number of convictions.
Local police checks
Typically $0–$90 per police check, depending on the police service.
PBC processing fee
$50, paid directly to the Parole Board of Canada.
RCMP fee
$25, paid separately.
Fingerprinting
Fees vary depending on the fingerprinting service provider.
Other costs
Courier, mailing, or optional expedited document costs, if applicable.
Pardon Navigator service fee
From $399
Document preparation and application guidance.
Additional costs
Court documents, police checks, government fees, fingerprinting, and other applicable costs.
Start Free AssessmentHave questions?FAQ
Questions people often ask.
No. Pardon Navigator is a professional document preparation and application guidance service. We are independent from the government and do not provide legal representation or legal advice.
We help you understand the process, identify the documents and information you may need, prepare the applicable forms, and provide clear, step-by-step guidance through the application process.
We guide you through the final submission process step by step and help you understand what to do next. You review your completed application and submit it yourself, keeping control of the final submission.
We provide a preliminary assessment based on the information you provide and our understanding of the application process. This is informational guidance, not a legal determination of eligibility, and we cannot guarantee the outcome of an application.
The documents you need depend on your situation. These may include official records, fingerprints, or other supporting documents. We provide clear guidance on what may be required and how to prepare for the next steps.
Yes. We can provide assistance in multiple languages to help make the process easier to understand and navigate.
Still have questions?
We’re happy to helpTake the first step with a clear process.
Start with a preliminary assessment and understand what comes next — there is no cost and no obligation to continue.