2.18 Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC)

Thunder Bay Public Library (TBPL) aims to provide a safe environment for its patrons, employees and assets (financial and otherwise).

This policy is intended to supplement any other requirements imposed by applicable legislation or standards of professional practice. The policy will be implemented in a manner consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the Criminal Records Act, and any other applicable legislation.

Everyone who works for TBPL is required to have a Criminal Record and Judicial Matter Check (CRJMC). This policy applies to full-time and part-time employees, supply and Sunday staff, pages and volunteers 18 years of age or older.

This policy applies to all agencies who provide staff that work in TBPL, including contractors, partners, Friends of TBPL, schools and colleges.

To support this goal, TBPL requires CRJMC for all those who work for TBPL.

All new hires will be required to supply at their own cost, a CRJMC, which must be obtained, or a minimum an application with proof must be made prior to the commencement of work. Failure to do so will be considered an automatic withdrawal from the competition.

A current, original CRJMC will be accepted if it has been conducted by the Thunder Bay Police within the previous six (6) months.

Positive Criminal Findings

The findings of a CRJMC will not necessarily prevent the hiring of prospective employee. TBPL will consider the following;

• The nature of the offence(s)
• Circumstances surrounding the charges and convictions
  • The amount of time elapsed since date of conviction(s)

Criminal Charges:

1. “Upon notification that a Criminal Code of Canada charge has been laid against an employee, the employee may be suspended indefinitely, and without pay”.
2. Upon finding of guilt, management will determine whether any further action is warranted.

The Community Hub Manager – Human Resources will review the criminal findings with the CEO rendering the final hiring decision.