Record Suspension Services

Our program supports individuals applying for record suspensions in navigating the process, complete the applications and ensuring access to the right information. The program is funded by Public Safety Canada and available at select John Howard Society offices across Ontario.

Funds may be available to help cover the cost of fees.

What is a record suspension?

A Record Suspension (formerly called a pardon) is an order that keeps a person’s criminal record (of convictions) separate and apart from other criminal records. This means a person’s convictions will not be revealed on criminal record checks. It does not erase a criminal record. Record suspensions allow people who have made positive life changes to be freed from many of the negative impacts of having a criminal record. People have the right not to be discriminated against because of a criminal conviction for which they have received a record suspension.

For Record Suspension/Pardon support, please contact:

Kelsie Howell
Adult Justice Coordinator
Email: khowell@jhscklh.on.ca
Phone: 705-340-3159

Robbin Savage
Director of Risk Management and Compliance
Email: rsavage@jhscklh.on.ca
Phone: 705-340-0897