Is Instant Checkmate available in Canada or are there similar services?

Instant Checkmate is a background check service that operates primarily within the United States and is not available for use in Canada due to differences in privacy laws and access to public records. However, there are similar services in Canada that offer background checks, albeit with varying levels of detail due to stricter privacy regulations. Canadian residents can seek out services like Canvera, which provides background screening, or use more general international platforms that operate within Canadian law constraints. These alternatives typically require consent from the individual being searched and adhere closely to Canadian privacy legislation such as the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).