tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13077707781115306662024-03-13T06:42:17.870-07:00Hope for FelonsAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14527930618936695844noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1307770778111530666.post-86292767753757361032014-10-29T05:56:00.001-07:002014-10-29T05:56:19.612-07:00Job assistance programsLooking for a job? Find a job assistance program. <br />
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The Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration (ETA) funds training programs that teach job skills and provide job placement services for adults who are at least 18 years of age. The programs are administered locally by One Stop Career Centers. The types of training offered by a local training center can vary depending on the job opportunities in the community. To help locate training programs in your area, search for a One Stop Center in your state, visit America's Service Locator, or call ETA's Toll-Free Help Line at (877) US-2JOBS (TTY: 1-877-889-5267). <br />
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President Barack Obama signed the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) into law on July 22, 2014. WIOA is designed to help job seekers access employment, education, training, and support services to succeed in the labor market and to match employers with the skilled workers they need to compete in the global economy. Congress passed the Act by a wide bipartisan majority; it is the first legislative reform in 15 years of the public workforce system. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14527930618936695844noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1307770778111530666.post-24866647248151702682014-05-19T06:40:00.002-07:002014-05-19T06:41:25.013-07:00Canada Temporary Resident PermitsIf you need to visit Canada, you may want to look into this option:<br />
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<a href="http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/inadmissibility/permits.asp" target="_blank">Temporary resident permits</a><br />
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If you are otherwise inadmissible but have a reason to travel to Canada that is justified in the circumstances, you may be issued a temporary resident permit.<br />
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To be eligible for a temporary resident permit, your need to enter or stay in Canada must outweigh the health or safety risks to Canadian society, as determined by an immigration or a border services officer. Even if the reason you are inadmissible seems minor, you must demonstrate that your visit is justified.<br />
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There is no guarantee that you will be issued a temporary resident permit. If you would like to receive a permit, you will have to pay a processing fee, which is not refundable. <br />
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A permit is usually issued for the length of your visit to Canada—for example, one week to attend a conference. You must leave Canada by the expiry date of the permit, or get a new permit before your current one expires. <br />
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Please note that this permit may be cancelled by an officer at any time. The permit is no longer valid once you leave Canada, unless you have specifically been authorized to leave and re-enter. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14527930618936695844noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1307770778111530666.post-69436592848224831742013-08-14T20:49:00.000-07:002013-08-15T08:49:41.293-07:00Jobs for convicted felons - people with criminal recordsPeople will criminal records can find jobs. They need a second chance at life. They need to be gainfully employed so that they can give back to society. They need to find an employer who is willing to take a chance on them.<br />
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Convicted felons face many challenges when they apply for jobs. <br />
<ul><li>How do you describe your criminal past?</li>
<li>Why did you do it?</li>
<li>How do you show that you've taking responsibility and that you have changed?</li>
<li>What does it mean to get rehabilitated? </li>
<li>How can you assure an employer that you won't slip up and make a similar mistake?</li>
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Felons need to remember that people all make mistakes. Nobody is perfect. Never give up. Don't get discouraged. You'll get a lot of rejections. Denials. You'll get close, but then the job won't come through. Don't give up. If you persist and find the right people who are willing to help you and guide you through the process, you'll succeed in finding something that is rewarding.<br />
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You may need to start with something small and patiently work your way back up. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14527930618936695844noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1307770778111530666.post-53932198872269499692013-06-29T21:07:00.000-07:002013-06-29T21:07:00.284-07:00Jobs for convicted felonsThese days, it's hard to find a job. What kind of employment can convicted felons find? View employers, in your state, and city, that hire felons. Check out Xamire: <a href="http://www.xamire.com/">http://www.xamire.com/</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14527930618936695844noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1307770778111530666.post-39506436978207301082013-06-27T19:52:00.000-07:002013-06-27T19:52:04.144-07:00Can a felon go to Canada?A DUI in the United States can easily bar you from entry into Canada. A misdemeanor in the United States may be considered a more serious offense in Canada. <br />
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Fill out the <a href="http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/rehabil.asp" target="_blank"><span style="color: #2288bb;">application for people who are inadmissible to Canada</span></a> because of past criminal activity and who wish to overcome the inadmissibility in order to obtain temporary or permanent admission to Canada. In order to file for Rehabilitation certification, Canada can impose an application fee from $200 to over $1,000. The amount you will pay is tied into the seriousness of your conviction.<br />
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<a href="http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/guides/5312ETOC.asp" target="_blank">Rehabilitation For Persons Who Are Inadmissible to Canada Because of Past Criminal Activity</a><br />
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You are eligible to apply for rehabilitation if you have:<br />
•committed an act outside of Canada and five years have elapsed since the act;<br />
•been convicted outside of Canada and five years have passed since the end of the sentence imposed. As there are different types of sentences, use the following table to calculate the five-year waiting period.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14527930618936695844noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1307770778111530666.post-84094277232973111002013-06-26T19:36:00.000-07:002013-06-26T19:36:00.232-07:00Please don't judge us too quicklyIf you believe that we all deserve a second chance, then please don't judge us too quickly. If you've made mistakes that you regret, then please don't judge us too quickly. <br />
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Felons need a second chance at life. <br />
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Convicts need to know that they can find employment opportunities if they work hard. <br />
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A lot of felons feel very sorry for what they've done. They never want to make another major mistake in their life. They want to give back to society. They want to undo the wrong they've done.<br />
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Please give us a second chance. Don't be too quick to judge people who have a criminal record. We can be rehabilitated. We can change. We can become better people. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14527930618936695844noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1307770778111530666.post-53045466608404365362013-06-23T19:30:00.000-07:002013-06-23T19:30:00.958-07:00Companies that hire felons and ex-convictsGetting a job after prison can be tough. Fortunately, a number of companies hire felons and ex-convicts to give them another chance to continue their rehabilitation, remain gainfully employed, and contribute back to society. Here's a list of companies that hire felons: <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/list-of-companies-that-hire-felons/business-and-company-info">http://www.ranker.com/list/list-of-companies-that-hire-felons/business-and-company-info</a><br />
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14527930618936695844noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1307770778111530666.post-4755560526448764622013-06-21T19:33:00.000-07:002013-06-21T19:33:00.898-07:00Tax Breaks for Employers Who Hire FelonsCriminal offenders find it difficult to find employment due to their past convictions.<br />
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Work Opportunity Tax Credit program<br />
1996 Small Business Job Protection Act<br />
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The purpose of the credit is to encourage employers to hire certain population segments by providing them with an incentive. The segments of the population that the credit covers are SSI recipients, veterans, welfare recipients, ex-felons and individuals living in HUD-designated empowerment zones. An employer hiring an ex-felon can potentially receive a $2,400 tax credit for the year.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14527930618936695844noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1307770778111530666.post-77444256632126467092013-06-16T13:50:00.000-07:002013-06-19T13:50:39.024-07:00Inadmissible to Canada Because of Past Criminal ActivityThere are people who have a criminal record and they can't get into Canada. Don't give up. There's always hope. <br />
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There is an <a href="http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/rehabil.asp" target="_blank">application for people who are inadmissible to Canada</a> because of past criminal activity and who wish to overcome the inadmissibility in order to obtain temporary or permanent admission to Canada.<br />
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You can apply for individual rehabilitation if at least five years have passed since you completed your criminal sentences. People who are ineligible for approval of rehabilitation because not enough time has passed can complete the form and check “For Information Only.” An officer will decide if special permission for temporary admission is warranted.<br />
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As of March 13, 2012, the term “pardon” has been replaced with “record suspension” in the Criminal Records Act (CRA) under Bill C–10. <br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14527930618936695844noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1307770778111530666.post-76762106790787811352013-02-20T08:42:00.000-08:002013-02-20T08:42:00.732-08:00Travel Restrictions for Convicted FelonsDo you want to travel? Make sure to check to see if there are any travel restrictions for convicted felons. Here is a document that may help you:<br />
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<a href="http://www.paep.uscourts.gov/images/Travel%20Restrictions.pdf" target="_blank">Travel Restrictions for Convicted Felons</a><br />
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The information is provided by the US Probation Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14527930618936695844noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1307770778111530666.post-49258666319829542262013-02-19T11:22:00.000-08:002013-02-19T11:22:00.164-08:00Former Felon to Successful Entrepreneur Have you heard of Dave Dahl? He is the co-founder of an organic bread company called <a href="http://www.daveskillerbread.com/" target="_blank">Dave's Killer Bread</a>. He’s also a convicted felon who spent 15 years in prison for armed robbery and assault.<br />
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His organic bread company is now worth $50 million. <br />
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He is also helping former felons get back into the workforce.<br />
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Watch the inspiring story of Dave Dahl, founder of Dave's Killer Bread and former ex-con / prodigal son of pioneering organic baker, Jim Dahl. Based in Milwaukie, Oregon, Dave's Killer Bread was awarded the 2011 "Oregon Ethics in Business Award" and "Local Hero Award" by Edible Portland magazine. <br />
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Their company slogan, "Just say no to bread on drugs" and vision, "to make the world a better place, one loaf of bread at a time," has been quoted in media outlets including MSNBC, Inc. Magazine, the New York Times, and LifeTime.<br />
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<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/UoXEYENqKYQ" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14527930618936695844noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1307770778111530666.post-42433584469115581822013-02-18T08:39:00.000-08:002013-06-27T14:08:46.184-07:00Can convicted felons travel to Canada?Can a convicted felon in the United States travel to Canada? According to several legal sources and the Canadian government: it is possible, but the process is difficult and it takes time to get approval.<br />
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In general, most convicted felons can't travel to Canada. However, if your conviction was a long time ago, you may be able to apply for the proper paperwork that will let you enter Canada. <br />
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You can learn more about this here:<br />
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<a href="http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/rehabil.asp" target="_blank">Application for Rehabilitation for Persons Who are Inadmissible to Canada Because of Past Criminal Activity</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/guides/5312ETOC.asp" target="_blank">Rehabilitation For Persons Who Are Inadmissible to Canada Because of Past Criminal Activity</a><br />
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You can apply for individual rehabilitation if at least five years have passed since you completed your criminal sentences. People who are ineligible for approval of rehabilitation because not enough time has passed can complete the form and check “For Information Only.” An officer will decide if special permission for temporary admission is warranted.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14527930618936695844noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1307770778111530666.post-70174903077130648722013-02-17T08:23:00.003-08:002013-02-17T08:23:59.770-08:00There is hope for felonsIt can be difficult for felons to re-enter the regular world. It can be difficult to find jobs. It can be difficult to get accepted by society. It can be difficult to go back to family.<br />
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Once felons leave the prison system, life can become more difficult. With the proper guidance and encouragement, former felons can live a very productive, satisfying life in the regular world. <br />
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There is hope for former felons who are now in the world. We hope to share that hope with you as we share our stories. This blog is written by former felons who want to give you hope.<br />
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Are you a family member or loved one? Don't give up. There is hope. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14527930618936695844noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1307770778111530666.post-84652097694379700042013-02-15T08:28:00.000-08:002013-02-17T08:28:54.994-08:00We are former felonsWe are former felons. We are now out of the prison system and living normal lives. We don't want to go back. We don't want to make the same mistakes again. We have learned from our mistakes and have changed. We are different people now.<br />
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There is hope for felons who want to stay out of prison.<br />
There is hope for felons who want to become different people.<br />
There is hope for felons who want to find jobs and employment.<br />
There is hope for felons who want to have a normal family.<br />
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We all make mistakes in life. We must learn from our failures and change to be better. <br />
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Don't give up. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14527930618936695844noreply@blogger.com0