Firearms licence production delayed and restarted
The Canadian Firearms Program recently re-initiated the production of firearms licence cards, though the backlog may still cause serious delays.
OFAH calls for PAL extensions to address backlog
The Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters (OFAH) is calling on the federal government to address what it called an “ever-growing backlog” of Possession and Acquisition Licence (PAL) renewal applications by offering six-month extensions.
Hunter education moves online
Ontario’s hunter education course is now temporarily available online.
Much of province to reopen
Indoor and outdoor gathering limits will increase to respective maximums of 50 and 100 as most of Ontario outside of the Golden Horseshoe moves to Stage Three of the province’s reopening framework on Friday, July 17.
Deer groups merging
The Quality Deer Management Association (QDMA) and National Deer Alliance (NDA) will merge into a single deer conservation “super group.”
Free fishing in July extended
The province will offer free fishing for two weeks in July, instead of one, as part of Canada Day celebrations.
Boat sales spike
Boat sales have been hot since dealerships opened up again, though likely not enough to compensate for March and April's missing revenue.
National fishing week returns July 4-12
With National Fishing Week set to return from July 4 to 12 amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, the Canadian Sportfishing Industry Association (CSIA) is highlighting the mental and physical health benefits of fishing.
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.