Complete Comparison Guide 2026
CPIC vs CRJMC vs Vulnerable Sector Check
Understanding the differences between criminal record check types in Canada
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Confused about which criminal record check you need? You’re not alone. CPIC, CRJMC, and Vulnerable Sector Checks all serve different purposes and include different information. This guide breaks down exactly what each check includes, who needs them, and how much they cost.
The Three Types of Criminal Record Checks
LEVEL 1 — BASIC
CPIC Check
Criminal Record Check
- ✓ Criminal convictions only
- ✓ CPIC database search
- ✓ Name-based (usually)
$40 + tax
LEVEL 2 — ENHANCED
CRJMC Check
Criminal Record & Judicial Matters
- ✓ Everything in CPIC PLUS
- ✓ Outstanding charges
- ✓ Warrants, peace bonds
- ✓ Probation orders
$60 + tax
LEVEL 3 — VULNERABLE SECTOR
VSC Check
Vulnerable Sector Screening
- ✓ Everything in CPIC/CRJMC
- ✓ Pardoned sexual offenses
- ✓ Fingerprints REQUIRED
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Side-by-Side Comparison
| What’s Included |
CPIC |
CRJMC |
VSC |
| Criminal Convictions |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
| Summary Convictions (5 yr) |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
| Outstanding Charges |
✗ |
✓ |
✓ |
| Warrants & Peace Bonds |
✗ |
✓ |
✓ |
| Probation Orders |
✗ |
✓ |
✓ |
| Discharges |
✗ |
✓ |
✓ |
| Pardoned Sexual Offenses |
✗ |
✗ |
✓ |
| Fingerprints Required |
If name match |
If name match |
✓ Always |
| Price at Surrey Fingerprint |
$50 |
$50 |
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Who Needs Which Check?
CPIC is for:
- • General employment
- • Immigration applications
- • Volunteer organizations
- • Apartment rentals
CRJMC is for:
- • Security guard licenses (BC)
- • Private investigator licenses
- • Positions of trust
- • Financial roles
VSC is for:
- • Teachers & educators
- • Daycare & childcare workers
- • Healthcare with vulnerable adults
- • Senior care workers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main difference between CPIC and CRJMC?
CPIC shows only criminal convictions from the Canadian Police Information Centre database. CRJMC is more comprehensive – it includes everything in CPIC PLUS outstanding charges, warrants, peace bonds, probation orders, and other judicial matters. CRJMC is required for security guard licenses and positions of high trust.
What does a Vulnerable Sector Check include that CPIC and CRJMC don’t?
A Vulnerable Sector Check includes everything in CPIC/CRJMC plus pardoned sexual offenses. This check is mandatory when working with children, seniors, or vulnerable persons. It requires fingerprinting to search for any pardoned sex offenses that would otherwise be hidden.
Which jobs require a CRJMC check instead of just CPIC?
CRJMC checks are required for BC Security Guard Licenses, private investigators, armed guards, positions of trust, and roles involving financial responsibility. Any job requiring knowledge of outstanding charges and judicial matters (not just convictions) needs CRJMC.
Do I need fingerprints for CPIC, CRJMC, or Vulnerable Sector Checks?
CPIC and CRJMC are typically name-based (no fingerprints), unless there’s a name match requiring fingerprints for accurate identification. Vulnerable Sector Checks ALWAYS require fingerprints to search the pardoned sex offender registry.
How much do CPIC, CRJMC, and Vulnerable Sector Checks cost in Surrey?
At Surrey Fingerprint Company: CPIC checks are $40 + tax, CRJMC checks are $60 + tax, and Vulnerable Sector Checks vary based on requirements. Contact us at (604) 825-8882 for current VSC pricing.
How long does each type of check take to process?
CPIC and CRJMC checks are typically completed in 15 minutes during business hours. Vulnerable Sector Checks require fingerprinting and RCMP processing, taking 3-5 business days for results if no record exists, or up to 120 days if a record is found.
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