The Certn Blog

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Employment Background Checks and Employee Screening

Here are five reasons why clients choose Certn employment background checks and employee screening.

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Tips for Addressing a Criminal Record in an Interview

Whether or not you’re hired with a criminal record depends on many factors. Here are some tips for addressing a criminal record in an interview.

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Background Checks for Staffing Agencies

Here are the best background checks for staffing agencies based on emerging trends and what our clients use.

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PEP Check: Politically Exposed Persons Screening Explained

A PEP check is a must for anti-money laundering due diligence. But how does it work? Who’s required to do it. Keep reading to find out!

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Trends Impacting Hospitality Industry Hiring in 2024

Hospitality industry hiring in 2024 is being impacted by seven key trends. Learn everything you need to know to stay ahead.

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The “Why” Behind Certn’s Brand Evolution

We set out to solve one of society’s hardest problems: building trust. Here’s how we evolved the Certn brand identity to reflect our future.

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Background Checks for Oil and Gas: Screening Best Practices

Oil and gas companies place high importance on background checks for workplace safety. Here’s what they look for in employee screening.

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How to Hire a Gig Worker: Background Checks for Contractors and Part-Timers

With Certn, Fantuan can easily run background checks for gig workers. Learn more about how Certn helps gig work economy and marketplace companies.

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Criminal Record Check Winnipeg: Answering Your Questions

Here’s everything job seekers in Winnipeg need to know about getting a background check.

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Top 10 Background Check Terms You Should Know

There’s lot of background screening-specific jargon to decipher. In this blog post, we cover the top 10 background check terms you should know.

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An Easy Guide to Background Checks for Healthcare Workers

Need peace of mind? Healthcare background checks ensure that each of your new hires are representing themselves accurately and are qualified to work in the sector.

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The Problem with Canada’s Vulnerable Sector Checks

Vulnerable sector checks are outdated and can create a false sense of security for end users. If not mandated as part of your screening policy, here’s what you can use instead.