Effective September 5, 2023, TDSB volunteers who reside in Toronto must complete the Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC). This is necessary when working with students, including volunteering on class trips or in the school. 

Instructions on how to apply can be found here

What is a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC)?

A Vulnerable Sector Check (also known as a Level 3 check) is intended for individuals seeking employment or volunteer opportunities with vulnerable persons. A vulnerable person is defined as a person who, because of their age, a disability, or other circumstances, whether temporary or permanent, are

• (a) in a position of dependence on others or
• (b) are otherwise at a greater risk than the general population of being harmed by person(s) in a position of authority or trust to them.

What will I need to apply?

You will need two pieces of government issued identification – one must include your photograph and signature, and one must include your full name and date of birth

Acceptable forms of government issued identification

• Photo Identification: Driver's Licence | Government Employment Card | Military Employment Card | Age of Majority Card | Canadian Citizenship Card | Indian Status Card | International Student Card | Passport | Permanent Resident Card | Firearms Acquisition Certificate | Ontario Photo Card | BYID Card (LCBO) | Canadian National Institute for the Blind Card|
• Non-Photo Identification: Birth Certificate | Baptismal Certificate | Hunting Licence | Fishing Licence | Ontario Outdoors Card | Hospital Card | Immigration Papers

How do I apply?

Apply online (Fastest service)

• Visit the link at the top of this webpage to submit your application – your agency will need to provide you with their agency code in order for you to submit your application
• Payment can be made with Visa, Visa Debit, MasterCard or American Express

In person

• Visit our Information Access counter at our Headquarters, located at 40 College Street. We are closed on Wednesdays but open from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday (excluding statutory holidays)
• Your agency will need to provide you with their agency code in order for you to submit your application
• Administrative fee, if applicable, can be paid with debit or credit at our Information Access counter

How much does it cost?

A VSC for Volunteering is $26.72

How long will it take to receive my Vulnerable Sector Check?

Right now, Toronto Police Service is saying about 10 days for approval on an on-line application.