Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC)
All Education students must submit a clear (search results "negative") Level 3: Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) each year. Each PVSC is valid for one year only.
Key Requirements:
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Your PVSC must be dated June 1, 2025 or later to be valid for the 2025–26 academic year
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Upload your PVSC document to Sonia
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If your results are password-protected, download and save the document before uploading to Sonia. Keep the original copy in a secure location
Deadline:
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Friday, August 29, 2025 -- no exceptions
No practicum/volunteer placement without clear ("negative") search results
Late submissions may result in program removal
Important Notes:
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Keep a copy with you while in schools — principals may request to see it
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CRC checks and OESC clearances are not accepted
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All fees/associated costs are the student’s responsibility
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If you are under 18 and ineligible, submit your PVSC as soon as you become eligible
Questions?
Contact the Faculty of Education Office:
519-253-3000 ext. 3869
educfieldexperience@uwindsor.ca
Police Service Agencies
PVSC Application Instructions:
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Apply through the police agency in your current place of residence
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Start early — processing may take 2 weeks to 3 months
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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
Download the Halton Police Agency Letter
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 Niagara Police Agency Letter
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 Simcoe 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 or in-person (Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM)
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
- Create an account online and enter an agency code. To get the agency code, email educfieldexperience@uwindsor.ca before starting your application
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
Tuberculin (TB) Test
Updated: May 27, 2025
Download the Tuberculin (TB) Test Results Form
All Education students must provide proof of a negative (clear) TB test before entering a school.
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Year 1 Consecutive, Year 1 Teach Studies, and Years 1, 3, 5 Concurrent:
Submit results dated June 1, 2025 or later. Valid for 2 years -
Year 2 Consecutive and Year 3 Psychology/ECE/BEd (St. Clair College 2024 graduates):
If your results are dated June 1, 2024 or later, no new test is needed
Key Requirements:
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One-step (Mantoux) TB test required. If results are positive, a chest x-ray is mandatory
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Print and bring the Tuberculin (TB) Test Results Form to your appointment. Must be signed and stamped by the clinician
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Upload completed results form to Sonia
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Keep the original copy in a secure location
Deadline:
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Friday, August 29, 2025 -- no exceptions
No practicum/volunteer placement without valid test results
Late submissions may result in program removal
Health and Safety Training
Updated: May 27, 2025
All Education students must complete the required Health and Safety training each year —no exceptions. Training is valid for one year only.
Why This Is Required:
The Occupational Health and Safety Act classifies post-secondary students on placement as “workers,” requiring training before entering schools. School boards mandate this training for all teacher candidates and school volunteers.
Submission Details:
Required Training Modules:
Currently unavailable. Please check back in August (2025) for updates.
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Worker Health & Safety Awareness in 4 Steps training video. After watching the training video, download and save your Certificate of Completion
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Health and Safety Baseline Orientation
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WHIMIS Training
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Workplace Harassment Training
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Workplace Violence Prevention
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AODA (Accessibility) Training
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Fire Safety Plan Training
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Job-Specific Training
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Elementary: P/J Hazards & Prevention
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Secondary: I/S Hazards & Prevention
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Deadline:
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Friday, August 29, 2025 —no exceptions
No practicum/volunteer placement without proof of training completion
Late submissions may result in program removal
Additional Info for Year 2 Consecutive & Year 5 Concurrent:
If you have an external placement, you may need additional school board-specific training. The Field Experience Office will contact you if required.