Identity · Reference Checks · Toronto
Identity verification & reference checks — fast, accurate, accredited.
Document-based identity verification and professional reference screening for employers, agencies, and individuals. Clear turnaround, accurate reporting, coordinated at GTA Square.
Accredited processVia Reliability Screening Solutions
Both servicesIdentity & reference checks
English & TamilFull support throughout
Which service do I need?
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Services available
Accredited
Verified process
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Office for all checks
EN/TA
Full bilingual support
Who needs this
Identity & reference checks
employers and agencies rely on.
employers and agencies rely on.
Verification requests come from employers, agencies, landlords, and individuals who need to confirm a person’s identity or work history before moving ahead. Here’s where this applies.
Employers onboarding new hires
Confirm a candidate’s identity documents and gather employment references before extending or finalizing an offer.
Agencies & staffing firms
Recruitment and staffing agencies needing fast, accurate identity verification across multiple candidates at once.
Job applicants & professionals
Individuals who need their identity or professional references verified as part of an application, licensing, or compliance process.
Organizations requiring due diligence
Landlords, financial institutions, and other organizations needing confirmation of identity before entering into an agreement.
Need a full criminal record check too?Identity verification pairs well with a Canadian or RCMP record check — see our Criminal Record Checks page.
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Which service applies?
Need to confirm someone’s ID?Identity verification checks government-issued documents against the person presenting them.
Need to confirm work history?Professional reference checks gather referee details and verify employment history directly.
Need both?We coordinate identity verification and reference checks together for a single applicant or candidate.
Not sure which applies?Contact us — we confirm the right service and scope, no charge.
Confirm your requirements — free
Tell us what you’re verifying and we’ll confirm exactly what’s needed before you start.
Two services
Identity verification & reference checks —
both handled end to end.
both handled end to end.
Each service answers a different question. Here’s what each involves and how we support it.
Identity verification
Identity Verification
We verify an applicant’s identity documents against the person presenting them, and submit verification requests as required by employers, agencies, or organizations requesting confirmation.
Government-issued ID document review
In-person or document-based verification
Verification request submitted on your behalf
Applies toEmployers, agencies, individuals
MethodDocument review & ID check
TurnaroundSame-day in most cases
Reference checks
Professional Reference Checks
We gather referee contact details from the applicant, reach out directly, and coordinate the reference screening so you receive a clear, organized summary of employment history and conduct.
Referee outreach by phone or email
Structured questions, consistent results
Summary report delivered to the requester
Applies toEmployers & hiring teams
MethodDirect referee outreach
TurnaroundDepends on referee response
What we do for you
You tell us who or what. We
handle the verification.
handle the verification.
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Confirm what needs verifying
You tell us by phone or WhatsApp whether you need identity verification, reference checks, or both — and for how many people. We confirm the scope and timeline upfront.
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Collect documents or referee details
For identity verification, we collect and review government-issued ID. For reference checks, we gather referee names and contact details from the applicant.
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Verification carried out
Identity documents are checked against the applicant in person or remotely. Referees are contacted directly and asked a consistent set of structured questions.
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Results compiled into a clear report
Findings are organized into a straightforward summary so you can make a decision quickly, without chasing down referees or re-checking documents yourself.
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Delivered, with follow-up available
We deliver the report to you directly and remain available if you need clarification or a follow-up check on the same applicant.
What we’ll ask you for
Applicant’s full legal name & contact details
Government-issued photo ID (for identity checks)
Referee names & contact info (for reference checks)
Signed applicant consent (we provide the form)
Typical process
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Scope confirmedWe identify exactly what’s required
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Documents or referees collectedFrom the applicant, with consent
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Verification carried outID review or direct referee outreach
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Report deliveredClear summary, ready to act on
Not sure where to start?
Tell us what you need verified and we’ll confirm scope and turnaround, free of charge.
Visit us in person
Come in — we’re at
GTA Square, Finch Ave East.
GTA Square, Finch Ave East.
Walk-ins welcome for identity verification. For reference checks, a quick call ahead helps us prepare. We’re in Scarborough — easy parking, transit accessible.
Open Mon – Fri · 9 AM – 6 PM
GlobusID — GTA Square
154-5215 Finch Avenue East, Scarborough, Toronto, Ontario M1S 0C2
Contact & location details
Phone
+1 416-666-5627
Email
[email protected]
Walk-ins
Welcome Mon – Fri
Parking
Free — GTA Square lot
Transit
Finch bus · Scarborough RT
Languages
English & Tamil
Office hours
Monday – Friday
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday
By appointment
Sunday
Closed
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Your information
How verification details
are handled.
are handled.
Verification only with consent
Identity checks and reference outreach are only carried out with the applicant’s documented consent. We do not contact referees or process ID without it.
PIPEDA compliant — full privacy protection
All personal information collected during verification is handled in compliance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
Reports shared with the requester only
Verification results and reference summaries are delivered only to the party who requested the check — not retained or shared beyond that purpose.
Why choose GlobusID
Why employers & agencies
choose us for this.
choose us for this.
A slow or unreliable reference check can stall a hiring decision for weeks. Here’s how we keep verification fast and accurate.
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Same-day identity verification
Most identity checks are completed the same day documents are presented, whether in person or submitted remotely.
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Direct referee outreach
We contact referees ourselves by phone or email — not an automated form — so responses are complete and follow-up questions get answered.
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Consistent, structured reporting
Every reference check follows the same set of questions, so results are easy to compare across multiple candidates.
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English & Tamil — real people
Full support in English and Tamil by phone, WhatsApp, or in person, for both applicants and the organizations requesting the check.
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Bundled with other checks if needed
If you also need a criminal record check or fingerprinting for the same applicant, we coordinate all of it under one file.
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PIPEDA-compliant data handling
Applicant and referee information is protected under Canadian privacy law throughout the process, from intake to final report.
FAQ
Verification
questions answered.
questions answered.
The most common questions from employers, agencies, and applicants before they start.
Ask us directlyWhat exactly does identity verification involve?
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We collect and review the applicant’s government-issued photo ID — passport, driver’s licence, or permanent resident card — confirm it matches the person presenting it, and submit a verification request on your behalf.
How do professional reference checks work?
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The applicant provides us with their referees’ names and contact details. We reach out directly by phone or email, ask a consistent set of structured questions about employment history and conduct, and send you a clear summary of the responses.
Does the applicant need to consent before you contact their referees?
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Yes — always. We collect signed consent from the applicant before contacting any referee or processing any identity documents. We provide the consent form; you don’t need to prepare one.
How quickly can identity verification be completed?
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Most identity verifications are completed same-day when documents are presented in person. Remote submissions may take a day depending on document quality and completeness.
How long do reference checks take?
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Turnaround depends on how quickly referees respond. We typically complete most reference checks within two to three business days. We follow up with referees so you don’t have to chase them yourself.
Can you verify identity and run a criminal record check at the same time?
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Yes — and this is one of the most common combinations employers request. We coordinate identity verification and a Canadian or RCMP record check together under one file, saving time for both you and the applicant.
Can you handle verification for multiple candidates at once?
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Yes. Employers and agencies frequently submit verification requests for several candidates at a time. Contact us to discuss volume and turnaround for batch requests.
Is the applicant’s information kept confidential?
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Yes. All personal information is handled in compliance with PIPEDA. Verification results are shared only with the requesting party — not retained beyond what the check requires.
Ready to verify an
applicant’s identity or references?
applicant’s identity or references?
Tell us what you need verified — identity, references, or both — and we’ll confirm scope and turnaround. English and Tamil support throughout.