Do I need a PCC from CANADA?

[nevillek]

I'm from India but have studied Masters in Canada from 2013-15 and currently have a PGWP. In my Express Entry application that I have to submit post-ITA, the document checklist doesn't mention Canadian PCC as required but some people advised me to get a PCC from Canada as well since I've stayed there for >6 months. I also read on this forum that you don't need a PCC from Canada as CIC conducts its own background check.

So what's the truth? Do I need a PCC from Canada or not?!


Side question: If I'm going to submit my application from India (I'm currently back home until Feb end) and return to Canada in March, would there be a problem with my Indian PCC that I will apply/obtain/submit right now (within 60 days timeline) as I will be leaving India in Feb end and won't have a PCC covering my Indian stay from Dec-Feb?

Thank you.

 

[sushsmart15]

You need to obtain PCCs for all countries where you have stayed for minimum 6 months since the age of 18 for submission of e-APR.

However, you do not need to obtain Canadian PCC. If and only if IRCC requests you to obtain it (i.e. after submission of e-APR) only then you need to get it.
I hope this clarifies your doubt.

 

[jes_ON]

So what's the truth? Do I need a PCC from Canada or not?!

"People say..." Really, wouldn't it just be better to follow IRCC's instructions? See the section on police certificates.
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/resources/tools/perm/express/intake-complete.asp

Side question: If I'm going to submit my application from India (I'm currently back home until Feb end) and return to Canada in March, would there be a problem with my Indian PCC that I will apply/obtain/submit right now (within 60 days timeline) as I will be leaving India in Feb end and won't have a PCC covering my Indian stay from Dec-Feb?

No, no problem. Again, this is explained in IRCC's instructions.

 

[masayem]

First of all, I need to say sorry cause I dont know about PCC. My right eye is emblyopic, I met an accident in my childhood. I've completed a postgraduation from, I prefer to say, Indian Subcontinent. I want to pursue higher study in the States or Canada. I dont know anyone who would help me regarding my issue. I think you know the difficulties I'm facing in my day to day life, and you only can understand my problem. Again, I say sorry for making a irrelevant reply and wasting your time, I couldn't but knock you here as this post is your latest activity. Can I have your contact please (preferably the email id)? My email: sayem@ post.com