Gun buyback* costs ballooning
The gun buyback* program has already cost $42 million, and not one gun has been bought back yet. The original cost estimate was $8.8 million.
PAL now required for mag purchases
Canadian firearms owners are now required to present their Possession Acquisition Licence (PAL) when buying a cartridge magazine.
CSAAA banquet honours industry legends
Three Canadian industry legends were honoured by the Canadian Sporting Arms and Ammunition Association (CSAAA) on Dec. 1.
Canada not affected by US arms shipment pause
Canada will not be affected by the US pause in exporting civilian firearms and ammunition announced on Oct. 27.
First stage of buyback moving ahead
The first stage of the buyback of what the government calls “military-style assault rifles” will involve industry and retailers.
Selling firearms requires validation
Firearms sellers must verify the validity of the buyer’s licence and confirm their identity as part of new federal firearm regulations.
Remington guns to return
Remington guns will return to Canadian shelves this year following its July 2020 bankruptcy, if all goes according to plan.
Ammo supply still spotty
This hunting season, ammunition availability should improve but could still be limited due to consumer demand and the impact of COVID-19.
Gun retailers hurt by COVID-19, new restrictions
COVID-19 and the Trudeau Liberal government’s new firearms restrictions are providing a double punch to the country’s gun stores.