Public requests for Criminal Record Checks, Vulnerable Sector Checks, access to information under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Fingerprinting Services and copies of police reports can be made in-person at the Myles F. Burke Police Headquarters (865 Grand Lake Road, Sydney).
Customer Service hours for the public are from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays). Payment is accepted only by debit card at our counters; if required, cash payments can be arranged through the Customer Service Centre at CBRM City Hall.
For questions about these services and other general inquiries, please call 902-563-5100.
Criminal Record Check
You can now apply for a Criminal Record Check online.
Visit https://www.policesolutions.ca/checks/services/capebreton/, follow the guided entry, verify your identity and pay the fee through a secure process. The completed record check will be sent back to you electronically. There is a $9.95 convenience charge for the online service, added to the current fees.
*Before applying online, check with the organization requesting your record check to ensure they will accept an electronic copy of the results.
You can also apply for a Criminal Record Check in person at the Myles F. Burke Police Headquarters (865 Grand Lake Road, Sydney).
Two pieces of government-issued photo ID are required, and fees are payable only by debit card.
Fees:
Standard $30
Student $15 (with proof of enrollment)
Volunteer $0 (with letter of confirmation from a not-for-profit agency confirming you as a volunteer )
Please allow 7 days to process a Criminal Record Check.
Access to Information Request
Under Part XX of the Municipal Government Act (MGA), everyone has a right of access to most recorded information held by a municipality.
To request information records, please submit this Application by e-mail to
Applications can also be submitted by mail to:
CBRPS FOIPOP Coordinator
Myles F. Burke Police Headquarters
865 Grand Lake Road
Sydney, NS B1P 6W2
