The Certn Blog

Certn Launches on ADP Marketplace
Certn is now available on the ADP Marketplace. Our goal is to be available wherever you hire, and this brings us one step closer.

Jobs that Require a Criminal Record Check
Certain jobs in Canada require employee background checks, specifically a criminal record check.

The Future of Work Needs a Better Background Check Process
The Certn background check process is literally made to make hiring faster and easier. Not to mention, it aligns with new and emerging models of work and works where you work.

Certn’s $30M Boost to Expand Background Checks
We’re excited to announce that the Government of Canada’s export credit agency, Export Development Canada (EDC), is among the investors in our Series B financing round.

Choosing the Best Background Screening Vendor: What to Ask
We’ve published a guide to help you when choosing the best background screening vendor.

How Spreadsheets Are Holding Small Businesses Back and Preventing Them From Reaching Their Hiring Goals
Spreadsheets are a simple and popular way for businesses to consolidate and manage large amounts of employee and candidate data. However, they also have shortcomings in their efficiency, security, and operations.

Retail Hiring Trends 2023: How Recruiters Can Win with Technology
Here are the retail hiring trends to watch for in 2023 and how Certn can support faster, easier retail hiring to help you keep up.

Automated Hiring: Hire Faster and Impress Candidates
Automated hiring is a 2023 trend hiring trend that delivers better candidate experiences.

Best Practices for Pre-Employment Social Media Screening
Here’s how companies can use social media screening to evaluate potential employees and the associated risks and benefits.

5 Reasons to Use Certn Background Checks
Clients who switch to Certn background checks share how easy it is now that they’re using online checks, and we’re happy we can help.

Identity Verification: What Your Need to Know
Do you know who you’re hiring? With Certn identity verification you can – instantly.

Your Questions About Social Media Screening, Answered
You’ve got questions about social media screening and Certn’s background screening experts have answers.