What is a vulnerable sector check?
Rule- Canada
- RCMP
- Vulnerable sector check
- Screening
- Responsible Coaching Movement
- 2026-27
- Volunteers
- Coaches
The RCMP defines it as a police information check plus a check to see whether a person has a record suspension (pardon) for sexual offences. It was created in 2000 to protect children and vulnerable persons and is governed by section 6.3(3) of the Criminal Records Act.
Source: https://rcmp.ca/en/criminal-records/criminal-record-checks/vulnerable-sector-checks
Added 25 Oct 2026