Cannabis Licence – Background Check

As Cannabis is now legalized in Canada, numerous employment opportunities have also arisen from the legalization of Cannabis. Prior to being able to legally cultivate, process, and sell cannabis in Canada. Individuals must obtain a licence issued by Health Canada corresponding to the specific roles they wish to play in the Cannabis supply chain prior to being allowed to possess cannabis.

Part of the application process with Health Canada for a Cannabis licence is a fingerprint based RCMP Certified Criminal Record Check, which is required from every applicant. Upon having your fingerprints submitted to the RCMP for the background check, applicants will then obtain the DCN from the staff of the fingerprinting agency to submit to Health Canada for the purpose of tracking the status of the Certified Criminal Record Check.

The Fingerprint Room Inc. offers fast and safe fingerprinting services for obtaining a RCMP Certified Criminal Record Check as well as CPIC background check for people who require this for various purposes: employment, immigration, visa applications, liquor license etc. We practice social distancing and sanitize the equipment after every client to ensure the health and safety of both the client and our staff during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Link to corresponding document produced by Government of Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/cannabis-regulations-licensed-producers/security-clearances.html