How long does it take for background check? from getting conditional offer letter to actual first day ?

Answered 12 June 2019 - Underwriter (Former employee) - Toronto, ON

I entered the industry via an employment agency. It was quick and smooth.

Answered 17 April 2019 - Senior Manager, Cyber Security Operations (Current employee) - Toronto, ON

Approximately 1 month

Answered 13 March 2019 - Manager of Customer Service (Current employee) - Vancouver Island, BC

I'd say it takes about 2 weeks to complete background checks and to start the first day of work.

Answered 8 March 2019

My background check took like two weeks after I had gotten the conditional offer. I was almost apprehensive because it was obvious I wouldn't be able to start if it was not concluded. Because I have lived outside Canada within the last 12 months, my checks went through my home country at least I know about my last employer being contacted. I am happy that my resumption was a while off the day I got the offer .