The Certn Blog

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Certn is One of Canada’s Top Growing Companies

Learn why we’re growing so quickly and why we have the fastest and easiest background checks.

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Best Small Business Background Checks: Certn Leads

Here’s what real users say about why Certn has the best small business background checks.

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How Do Background Checks Work

In this blog post, we answer the question, “How do background checks work?”

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Australian Background Check for a Job: What’s Up?

We cover everything you need to know about an Australian background check for a job.

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Background Check in Australia

Here’s the scoop on different types of police checks in Australia! Read more for everything you need to know.

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Jobs that Require a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check

Applying for a job in Australia? Here’s a helpful list of the jobs that may require a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

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How to Recruit Retail Employees: An Easy Checklist

Here’s an easy-to-follow checklist on how to recruit retail employees. Get it today!

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How to Create a Background Screening Policy

Here’s a guide on how to create a background screening policy for your organization.

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Why Background Checks are Important

In this blog post, we cover all the reasons why background checks are important and why you shouldn’t skip them.

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Adverse Action Notice Requirements: What to Know

Worried about the complexities of adverse action notice requirements? Fear not! We’ve got you covered with everything you need to know to stay compliant.

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Q&A on Certn’s Growth at Collision Conference

Why is Certn a background check leader? Certn CEO Andrew McLeod talks about Certn’s growth at the Collision Conference in Toronto on June 29, 2023.

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SOQUIJ and Criminal Record Check Quebec

Hiring employees in Quebec? Here’s everything you need to know about SOQUIJ and why you should use it alongside a criminal record check!