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National Pardon Centre

Nicole Levesque, Founder and National Program Director speaking in defense of Canada's Pardon Program at the Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security during the review of Bill C23-B.

The National Pardon Centre is a family-run, non-profit organization offering what we believe are the best Canadian pardon services (record suspensions) and US entry waiver services available.

Founded by Nicole Levesque and Michael Ashby in September 2002, it is one of the longest operating pardon and waiver services in Canada.

As a RCMP accredited fingerprinting agency we are capable of handling your file from start to finish. While other companies hide their fees and outsource crucial steps in the pardon application we handle everything for you. We are upfront and honest. We do not work on a commission and we will not mislead you to make sale. We offer realistic expectations and we promise that we will advise you on YOUR best interest. It is our promise to you because we are here to help you get things on track. At the National Pardon Centre we understand how a criminal record affects YOU. And we want to help!

With the National Pardon Centre you get:

  • A family-run organization with dedicated employees who care about your case
  • The only pardon service invited to speak at the Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security concerning Bill C-23 (an act to restrict pardons to certain offenders)
  • An RCMP Accredited fingerprinting and identification agency (fingerprinting is the first step in a pardon or waiver application and must be completed by ALL applicants). All other Canada pardon and waiver services outsource this step to a third party
  • An organization recognized by CIPA (Canadian Information Productivity Awards) for "exceptional and innovative application of information technology to solve real world business problems" -CIPA 2005
  • A team advised and sanctioned by Honourable Warren Allmand Former Solicitor Genereal and Member of parliament (Mr. Allmand was one of the original creators of Canada's unique pardon program)
  • Canada's only fully-bilingual, community based organization with walk-in services in English and French

A criminal record is a serious matter that should be taken care of by professionals. If you, or someone you know, suffers from the problems associated with a criminal record contact the National Pardon Centre. We are open, reliable and honest. We are the National Pardon Centre and we are here to help you get things back on track!

We also invite you to browse our website and learn about Canada's unique pardon program, USA travel restrictions and our experience in handling pardons and waiver services in Canada. You will see that the National Pardon Centre is a socially conscious organization helping to improve the lives of countless Canadians just like you.

Click here to learn more about National Pardon Centre fingerprinting services.

Please note: Counseling services are free of charge and our offices are open Monday to Friday, from 8:30am to 5:00pm. No appointment is necessary.

Please feel free to Apply online or call our office and speak with a counselor. Your peace of mind is waiting!

Applicants living near Montreal or Calgary can visit one of our all day walk-in centres M-F 8:30am - 5:00pm. Trained counselors are available to speak with you. No appointment is necessary.