r/canadaguns • • 9d ago

Recurring FAQ Thread - Post your questions here for PAL/RPAL application, timelines, CFSC/CFSRC, references & requirements, or general new to firearms ownership-type questions

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This thread will be used for any Frequently Asked Questions, including PAL/RPAL applications, CFSC/CFRSC requirements, storage/transport, open ended "what gun should I buy first", or other general new to firearms ownership questions. It recurs every 14 days.

We recommend you try the search bar before asking common questions as they are frequently already answered elsewhere.

Most answers to Storage, Display, and Transport questions can be found here Inheriting firearms or dealing with an Estate? Answers here. Do you need to renew your license or check on the status of your license application? Try here.

Do you have questions about the classifications of firearms? More details here.

Are you wondering if a firearm is legal or not? Details here.

Different types of firearms are explained in detail here.

Exporting firearms, ammunition, parts and accessories from the US: most items are controlled under ITAR and you cannot, as an individual, export these items from the USA. Canada does not care in most cases. If you attempt to bring any of these items across the border yourself and you are caught, you will face prison time in the US. If you wish to export items from the USA, use a broker such as IRUNGUNS, Aztech, or Prophet River.

If you took your CFSC and lost the paperwork, you can still apply for your PAL. Both your instructor and the CFP retain copies, you can request a copy by contacting either one. There is no expiration date on the paperwork, you do not have to retake the course. Updated list of scam websites is here.

If you have new scam sites to add, please message the mod team. Be careful: only use reputable sites to purchase things online. It is illegal to manufacture a non-restricted, restricted, or prohibited firearm.

Any posts or comments asking about the legality of making a firearm other than a reproduction antique will be removed. It was not always illegal, which is why you will find old posts regarding this topic. Rest assured, it is illegal now. Do not attempt.

These threads will be stickied for a week, renewing every Monday. Previous threads here.

Take a look, your question may have been answered! If you have any suggestions for this thread, please feel free to ask here, or send the Mods a message. Thank you!


r/canadaguns • • 9d ago

Recurring Canadaguns Politics and Debate Thread

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Please post all your Gun Politics or Ban-related ideas, questions, initiatives, comments, suggestions, news articles, and recommendations in this thread. This thread recurs every 14 days.

First and foremost, this is a Canadian Gun subreddit, so keep it at least decently related to both of those things.

This thread is not for general politics, there are plenty other subs that are meant for that. Off-topic threads may be removed, especially if they are leading to personal attacks, flame wars, etc.

To prevent the main sub being flooded with dozens of similar threads, text posts complaining about/asking about/chatting about gun politics will be sent here.

We understand that politics is a touchy subject, and at times things can get heated. A reminder of the subreddit rules, when commenting, where subreddit users are expected to abide.

Keep this Canadian gun politics related and polite. Off-topic stuff, flame wars, negative generalizations against groups, personal attacks and gate-keeping will be removed. Please flag any comments to bring to the attention of mods otherwise exercise your upvoting and downvoting ability.


r/canadaguns • • 1h ago

Feets / Collection / My build Makasi mk-15

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Sorry boys no feet today, but woooooooo my makasi came in today!!! I have a bunch of accouterments coming in in the next couple of days, going to the range this weekend for sure!

Its so much lighter than the wk-180 as an FYI, and it looks nice!

Heres the owners manual if anyone is interested:

https://brigadefirearms.com/brigade-owners-manual


r/canadaguns • • 6h ago

News / Politics / Activism S&W just acquired Savage Arms 🤘🏼

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r/canadaguns • • 8h ago

Buy recommendations Canuck C22 preorders starting at Bullseyenorth

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Sure more will follow. December expected receiving date is good


r/canadaguns • • 2h ago

Feets / Collection / My build Cope Spec ops build

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Adler Rf224


r/canadaguns • • 9h ago

Milsurps / Prohib John Garand would be rolling in his grave if he could see what they did to his boy...

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This bubba'd abomination is not my rifle, but I saw it on GPost and could not help but want to share it. Terrible waste of a good old war horse IMO.


r/canadaguns • • 8h ago

Misc Rs in store now! NRs next week!

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r/canadaguns • • 13h ago

News / Politics / Activism Group assisting Canada’s long-planned review of firearms — including SKS — has yet to meet

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r/canadaguns • • 4h ago

Buy recommendations Thoughts on thiscombo?

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Looking to purchass a new sight for my 223. What are people's thoughts on this combo? Or is the Eotechs worth the money

Any info would be greatly appreciated.


r/canadaguns • • 6h ago

Misc What rings would be good for this setup?

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Henry supreme 223 in RPP chassis

Steiner 30MM LPVO


r/canadaguns • • 5h ago

Gun and gear reviews sks

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Has anyone seen one like this before? How does the bayonet fit into the wooden stock?


r/canadaguns • • 11h ago

Buy recommendations Ammo recommendations?

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I’m picking up a Browning X-bolt long range hunter in 6.5 cm and looking at stretching it out. I was wondering if anyone has had any experience with this gun and know what ammo worked well for you or just has an idea of good ammo to try in general. Looking for both hunting and target ammo.


r/canadaguns • • 5h ago

Buy recommendations HELP NEEDED! Gift For Wife

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Hey Guys,

Was looking to get my wife a .22lr as she just got her firearms licence.

She loves the colour pink and I was trying to find an cool assault style .22lr in pink I could get her, but unfortunately there are not many options that I could see.

One I really liked was the Deyra TM22 A18 C162L (muddy girl camo picture shown above). Ive called around and cannot source this rifle and was wondering if anyone knows where i can buy this or I am something similar like this a pink assault style .22lr.

I also was thinking I could get something in any colour and get it a cerakote finish on it to match the colour im going for. Any idea on the rough cost of getting something cerakote finished?

Thanks!


r/canadaguns • • 1h ago

Shooting Can i shoot 00 buck through a O/U?

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As stupid of a question this may be, Can I shoot 00 buck through my Franchi Instinct L O/U?

Idk, it just seems wrong, im not sure why

Basically, I want to get into trap shooting so I bought a O/U, however I do not have a membership at a trap range.

I do however have a membership at a normal gun range that only allows 00 buck and slugs, shooting both of those through an elegant looking O/U just does not seem right to me

Safe? I just want to get a feel and practice with the gun


r/canadaguns • • 1d ago

News / Politics / Activism Carney gov hauled to court over hidden gun confiscation costs

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https://www.junonews.com/p/carney-gov-hauled-to-court-over-gun-grab-costs

The Liberals initially pegged the gun buyback at $200 million, but independent estimates now run into the billions.

The Canadian Taxpayers Federation is taking the Carney government to court over RCMP gun confiscation cost estimates Ottawa refuses to release, as independent projections put the potential bill in the billions.

Of Ottawa’s $742.5-million gun confiscation budget, $493.9 million is allocated to policing, administration, collection and other costs rather than compensating firearms owners and businesses.

“No self-respecting shopper pays for anything without looking at the checkout total first,” wrote Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) Prairie director Gage Haubrich, criticizing Prime Minister Mark Carney and Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree for withholding cost information.


r/canadaguns • • 1d ago

News / Politics / Activism 🫡

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🇨🇦


r/canadaguns • • 7h ago

Shooting Long range shooting classes/seminars?

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Dose anyone know of any good long range shooting classes or seminars in western Saskatchewan?


r/canadaguns • • 8h ago

Range/Crownland Clean Up I am looking for a suitable spot outdoors in Ontario

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Hey everyone! 😊

I’ve been trying to find a proper Crownland spot for target shooting in Ontario (I live in Toronto), but after several long drives over the past few weeks, I haven’t had much luck.
I used to know a few places years ago, but firearm discharge is no longer permitted in those areas.
I’m a 5’2” woman recovering from a car accident, so exploring unfamiliar, remote terrain has become more physically challenging than it used to be. I only get out shooting a few times a year, and I’d really love to get back into shooting outdoors.

I completely understand that people are protective of their favourite spots, and I respect that!
I’m responsible, respectful of the environment, and always clean up after myself.

Thanks in advance to anyone willing to help! 🙏😊


r/canadaguns • • 20h ago

Buy recommendations IWI Carmel 16

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Guys, how stupid would it be to buy a 16” Carmel? I’m really tempted to, but also hate the idea of buying a restricted firearm that might get banned in the near future.

I do get the feeling that Carney isn’t overly interested in furthering the gun bans, which is the only reason I’m considering this.

Talk some sense into me here guys.


r/canadaguns • • 1d ago

Shooting Sks

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r/canadaguns • • 1d ago

News / Politics / Activism Alberta referendum question #8, opting out of federal programs that intrude on provincial jurisdiction

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Firearms wasn't mentioned as an example, but in my eyes i viewed it as such, one of the questions that is splitting the vote currently, 49.4% yes, and 50.6% no.

Will leave it as that since this isn't a politics sub, but the above does have a connection to what i had hoped might lead to Alberta taking control over firearms policies/legislation in the future. Thankfully our CFO is top notch. Will just be waiting for supreme court now over winter to see how the OICs will go.


r/canadaguns • • 20h ago

Buy recommendations Pump shotgun

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Looking for a pump shotgun on the low, options so far are Mossberg 88, federations arms gatekeeper and 870.
Question is, are shell count a big deal, 4+1 to 7+1 for people?

Thankyou


r/canadaguns • • 1d ago

Gun and gear reviews Winchester sucks

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I bought a Winchester wildcat 22lr in October last year I was getting grouping that made targets look like a shot gun hit it at 50 yards with a scope and red dot on a bench with bags only got decent groups at 25 yards.

now I got the sxp 20ga pump action and after 20 shots it broke. BC that piece is plastic it's a common issue why would th y put a cheap plastic were the ammo goes in the tube and clip to hold the slide arm. now it will not feed.

I'll never buy a Winchester again for as long as I live.


r/canadaguns • • 1d ago

Meet up / Ranges Visited the Ben Avery Shooting Facility in Arizona on the weekend

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https://www.azgfd.com/shooting-sports/ben-avery-shooting-facility/rifle-and-pistol-range/

Was in town for a bachelor party, none of them wanted to shoot so snuck away one morning to go check it out while they decided if they wanted Avocado on toast or a new tampon for breakfast.

This place is operated by the Arizona Game and Fish Department and the Arizona government.

Holy fuck boys.. It was beautiful.
Cried inside the whole way home back to SW Ontario.