Cardus made a submission to the Ministry of the Solicitor General's legislative review of the Police Record Checks Reform Act. We recommend that the Government of Ontario fully subsidize the cost of VSCs and associated fingerprinting requirements (if needed) when accessed for volunteer purposes.
Work & Economics
Policy Memo
Memo: Changes to Vulnerable Sector Check Fees – Ontario’s Police Record Checks Reform Act Review
September 11, 2023
Work & Economics
Policy Memo
Memo: Ontario’s Budget 2023 Consultation
Ontarians have been invited to provide feedback to the government on setting priorities for Budget 2023.
February 17, 2023
Spirited Citizenship
Research Report
Vulnerable Sector Check Costs Remain a Barrier for Volunteers
The giving of both time and resources in the form of volunteering and charitable donations is a part of the fabric of a way of life: a mark of healthy citizenship and flourishing society.
July 12, 2022
Spirited Citizenship
Policy Brief
Absorbing Vulnerable Sector Check Fees to Reduce Barriers to Volunteering
The financial burden of VSCs is onerous for smaller charities or volunteers with low incomes, especially if each organization requires a separate check.
July 12, 2022
Spirited Citizenship
Policy Memo
Policy Priorities for Ontario’s 2022 Election, Spirited Citizenship Recommendations
The financial burden of VSCs is onerous for smaller charities or volunteers with a low income, especially if each organization requires a separate check.
April 26, 2022
General
Policy Memo
Policy Priorities for Ontario’s 2022 Election
In the lead-up to Ontario’s 2022 election, we are sharing our existing research with everyone equally and seek to collaborate with all people of goodwill.
April 26, 2022
Spirited Citizenship
Research Report
The Hidden Economy: How Faith Helps Fuel Canada’s GDP
How Faith Helps Fuel Canada's GDP
September 21, 2020