Dear Parole Committee;
My name is xxxxx and some time ago you granted me a Pardon for Driving While Ability Impaired which I was convicted of 2000-06-23 in the court in Prince George BC.
I am writing to you to explain what a difference it has made to my life as well as to the life of my son.
Since receiving this Pardon, I feel a large weight has been lifted from my shoulders and I can hold my head up high and proud. Prior to the Pardon, I lacked confidence in various parts of my life.
My chosen career is as a Heavy Equipment Operator. When I apply for job I no longer cringe when asked about having a criminal record. Before the removal of this charge, I would often not even bother to apply for positions which I knew I was qualified for just because the position required a Criminal Record Check. Now I feel worthy and much more confident when applying for more elite positions.
While this charge was still existing on my record, I was unable to apply to supervise outings with my son’s classes during his school career. I cannot put into words how I felt inside when I had applied to chaperone a school outing and the application came back with the word “Clear Record” stamped on it. It was so difficult trying to make excuses or try to explain to my son when he was older why I could not attend school field trips or supply transportation to school events.
This Pardon has changed my life. I am so thankful for your decision to erase this charge from my record, giving me another chance to have a normal life. You have given me the confidence to go after things that I never thought I deserved.
With appreciation,
(name redacted)
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