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Required Program Documents

Required Program Documents:

Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC)

 

Level 3: Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC)                      

 

Health and Safety Training

 

    Health and Safety Training      

 

Sonia Online Platform Guides

Please refer to the applicable student guide below for using Sonia Online - The Faculty of Education's platform for managing required student documentation.

  • Getting Started with Sonia Online - Guide for Bachelor of Education Years 1 and 2 Students (2026-27 update forthcoming)

  • Getting Started with Sonia Online - Guide for Concurrent EDUC 1199 and 2299 Students (2026-27 update forthcoming)

Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC)

Updated: May 26, 2026

All Education students are required to submit a clear (negative) Level 3: Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) each year. 

Key Requirements:

1. Application Timeline

  • You must apply for your PVSC between June 1 and July 15, 2026
  • Ensure your application is submitted to your local police service within this timeframe

2. Document Date Requirement

  • Your PVSC must be dated June 1, 2026 or later to be valid for the 2026-27 academic year

3. Submission Process

  • Upload your PVSC document to Sonia Online
  • Refer to the appropriate “Getting Started with Sonia Online” guide posted at the top of the page for instructions (2026-27 update forthcoming)

4. Password-Protected Files

  • If your PVSC results are password-protected, you must first download and save the document to your computer or device
  • Upload the saved (unlocked) version to Sonia
  • The Faculty cannot accept password-protected files

5. Record Keeping

  • Keep the original copy of your PVSC in a secure location for your records

6. Submission (Upload) Deadline

  • Monday, August 31, 2026 -- no exceptions
  • No practicum/volunteer placement without clear ("negative") search results
  • Late submissions may result in program removal

Important Notes:

  • Keep a copy with you while in schools — principals may request to see it
  • CRC checks and OESC clearances are not accepted
  • All fees/associated costs are the student’s responsibility
  • If you are under 18 and ineligible, submit your PVSC as soon as you become eligible

Information icon Questions?

Contact the Faculty of Education Office:
519-253-3000 ext. 3869
educfieldexperience@uwindsor.ca

Police Service Agencies

PVSC Application Instructions:

  • Apply through the police agency in your current place of residence

  • Start early — processing may take 2 weeks to 3 months

  • If required, include the appropriate Faculty of Education Police Agency Letter with your application

  • All fees/associated costs are the student’s responsibility

Resources:

Instructions, agency letters, and links for commonly used police services are provided below. If your local police service is not listed, contact them directly for guidance.

To apply for a Level 3 PVSC through Aylmer Police, you must reside in Aylmer, ON. See: Aylmer Police Vulnerable Sector Check 

  • 2 pieces of government ID are required
  • Apply online or in-person

For details, contact Aylmer Police:
519-773-3146
aylmer@policesolutions.ca

Download the Brantford Police Agency Letter

  • Must include your name, signature, and date before submission

To apply for a Level 3 PVSC through Brantford Police, you must reside in Brantford, ON. See:  Brantford Police Vulnerable Sector Check 

  • 2 pieces of government ID are required
  • Apply online or in person

For details, contact Brantford Police:
519-756-0113 ext. 3336
brantford@policesolutions.ca

Download the Chatham-Kent Police Agency Letter 

To apply for a Level 3 PVSC through the Chatham-Kent Police Service, you must reside in Chatham or surrounding areas.* See: Chatham Police Vulnerable Sector Check

*surrounding areas include: Blenheim, Bothwell, Chatham, Lachlan, Coatsworth, Dover Centre, Dresden, Erie Bach, Erieau, Grande Pointe, Highgate, Kent Bridge, Merlin, Mitchell’s Bay, Morpeth, North Buxton, Pain Court, Ridgetown, Shrewsbury, South Buxton, Thamesville, Tilbury, and Wheatley.

  • 2 pieces of government ID are required
  • Apply online

For details, contact Chatham-Kent Police:
519-436-6600
chatham-kent@policesolutions.ca

Download the Durham Regional Police Agency Letter

To apply for a Level 3 PVSC through the Durham Regional Police, you must reside in the Durham, ON region. See: Durham Regional Police Vulnerable Sector Check

  • 2 pieces of government ID are required
  • Apply online

For details, contact Durham Reigional Police:
905-579-1520 or 1-888-579-1520 (Toll Free)
webmaster@drps.ca

To apply for a Level 3 PVSC through the Hamilton Police, you must reside in Hamilton, ON. See: Hamilton Police Vulnerable Sector Check

  • 2 pieces of government ID are required
  • Apply online or in-person

For details, contact Hamilton Police:
905-546-4772 (Central Station) / 905-546-2929 (East End Station) / 905-546-4930 (Mountain Station)
info@hamiltonpolice.on.ca

Download the LaSalle Police Agency Letter

To apply for a Level 3 PVSC through the LaSalle Police, you must reside in LaSalle, ON. See: LaSalle Police Vulnerable Sector Check

  • 2 pieces of government ID are required
  • Apply online

For details, contact Rachelle Wengrzynski of LaSalle Police:
519-969-5210 ext. 2062

Download the London Police Agency Letter

To apply for a Level 3 PVSC through the London Police, you must reside in London, ON. See: London Police Vulnerable Sector Check

  • 2 pieces of government ID are required
  • Apply online or in-person. If in-person, The Records Check Office is available by appointment only

For details, contact London Police:
519-661-5515 ext. 4788

Download the OPP Agency Letter

  • name, date, and signature are required prior to submission

To apply for a Level 3 PVSC through the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), you must reside in an area served by the OPP. See: OPP Police Vulnerable Sector Online Application. Find your local OPP detachment here. 

  • 2 pieces of government ID are required
  • Apply online

To apply for a Level 3 PVSC in the Peel Reigion, you must reside in Mississauga or Brampton, ON. See: Peel Regional Vulnerable Sector Check

  • 2 pieces of government ID are required
  • Apply online or in-person at Sir Robert Peel Centre (Brampton) or 11 Division (Mississauga)

For details, contact Peel Police:
905-453-2121 ext. 4390 (Brampton) / 905-453-2121 ext. 2635 (Mississauga)

Download the RCMP Agency Letter

To apply for a Level 3 PVSC through the Sarnia Police Service, you must reside in Sarnia, ON. See: Sarnia Police Vulnerable Sector Check

  • 2 forms of Government Identification are required
  • Apply online

For details, contact Sarnia Police:
519-344-8861 ext. 5265

Download the St. Thomas Police Agency Letter

To apply for a Level 3 PVSC through the St. Thomas Police Service, you must reside in St. Thomas, ON. See: St. Thomas Police Vulnerable Sector Check

  • 2 forms of Government Identification are required
  • Apply online only (in-person application is not available)

For details, contact St. Thomas Police:
519-631-1224
stthomas@policesolutions.ca

To apply for a Level 3 PVSC through the Toronto Police Service, you must reside in Toronto, ON. See: Toronto Police Vulnerable Sector Check

For details, contact Toronto Police, Records Management Unit:
416-808-8244
toronto@policesolutions.ca

To apply for a Level 3 PVSC through the Windsor Police Service, you must reside in Windsor or Amherstburg, ON. See: Windsor Police Vulnerable Sector Check

  • 2 forms of Government Identification are required
  • Apply online. Official PVSC results will be uploaded to your online account. It is your responsibility to download results and upload a copy to Sonia

For details, contact Windsor Police:
519-255-6700 ext. 4129

Download Woodstock Police Agency Letter

To apply for a Level 3 PVSC through the Woodstock Police Service, you must reside in Woodstock, ON. See: Woodstock Police Vulnerable Sector Check

  • Apply online or in-person (Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM). Processing takes approximately 5 business days
  • One piece of government-issued photo ID required
  • Proof of residency in Woodstock required

For details, contact Woodstock Police:
recordchecks@woodstockpolice.ca

Download the York Regional Police Agency Letter

  • name, date, and signature are required prior to submission

To apply for a Level 3 PVSC through the York Regional Police Service, you must reside in the York, ON region. See: York Regional Vulnerable Sector Check

  • 2 forms of Government Identification are required
  • Apply online or in-person

For details, contact York Regional Police:
1-866-823-3334 ext. 7655

 Health and Safety Training 

Updated: May 26, 2026

All Education students must complete specific Health and Safety training each year —no exceptions. Training is valid for one year only.

2026-27 training requirements and modules are forthcoming, Please check back for updates.