You can find it on the Government of Canada Publications Website http://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2015/grc-rcmp/PS99-2-2-1-2014-eng.pdf

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After you complete your courses, your official “proof of completion” documents and exams are forwarded to the Firearms Safety Education Service (FSESO) within 5 business days for review and Chief Firearms Officers acknowledgement. The documents are then mailed to you in a self addressed envelope from the FSESO in approximately 5...

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No. When in your residence your handgun must be kept unloaded, and securely locked in a container, room or receptacle that cannot be easily broken open or into or; your restricted firearm must be stored unloaded provided that the restricted firearm is locked inside a SAFE, VAULT, or ROOM SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED for the storage of Restricted...

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Before you transport a restricted firearm anywhere, you must first request a document from the Chief Firearms Office called an “Authority to Transport” (ATT). This document is obtained on a phone call and there is no cost for the issuance of it. Your licenced firearms dealer will assist you with this process.

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As set out in Criminal Code Regulations, some large-capacity magazines are prohibited regardless of the class of firearm to which the magazines are attached. As a general rule, the maximum magazine capacity is: 5 cartridges for most magazines designed for a semi-automatic centre-fire long gun; or 10 cartridges for most handgun magazines A...

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Yes, you may still apply. We are making every effort to help firearm owners comply with the law. If you need assistance, call 1-800-731-4000. You risk penalties if a peace officer finds you in possession of a firearm without a valid licence. To minimize that risk, we urge you to apply as quickly as possible. You need a firearms licence to be...

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Crossbows that can be aimed and fired with one hand and crossbows with an overall length of 500 mm or less are prohibited. You cannot lawfully possess or acquire a prohibited crossbow. You do not need a valid licence or registration certificate to possess any other type of bow, including a crossbow that is longer than 500 mm and that requires...

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As set out in section 2 of the Criminal Code, “firearm” means: a barrelled weapon from which any shot, bullet or other projectile can be discharged and that is capable of causing serious bodily injury or death to a person, and includes any frame or receiver of such a barrelled weapon, as well as anything that can be adapted for use...

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There are three classes of firearms: non-restricted, restricted and prohibited. Non-restricted firearms are ordinary rifles and shotguns, other than those referred to below. Restricted firearms include: handguns that are not prohibited; semi-automatic, centre-fire rifles and shotguns with a barrel shorter than 470 mm; rifles and shotguns that...

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Licensing and registration under the Firearms Act can be compared to a driver’s licence and the registration of a vehicle. A firearms licence shows that the licence holder has met certain public-safety criteria and is allowed to possess and use firearms. A registration certificate, required for restricted and prohibited firearms...

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At the federal level, firearms are regulated primarily by the Firearms Act and by Part III of the Criminal Code. The Firearms Act and its supporting regulations set out the rules for possessing a firearm. The Criminal Code and its supporting regulations identify the various firearms, weapons and devices regulated by the Firearms Act. Both...

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Yes. In order to obtain a Possession and Acquisition Licence (PAL) Class “R” for restricted firearms you will first need to successfully complete the Canadian Firearms Safety Course (CRFC) and tests. Next you must successfully complete the Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course (CRFSC) and test. These courses are TWO SEPARATE days in...

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