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Gun control in Canada is governed by the Criminal Code, as well as the Firearms Act (1995) and related regulations. The Criminal Code lays out the criminal offences related to the misuse, storage, transportation, sale and possession of firearms; as well as consequent punishments.
Firearms in Canada are federally regulated through the Firearms Act, the Criminal Code, and the Canadian Firearms Program, a program operated within the RCMP.
By introducing Bill C-21, the Government brought forward Canada’s strong gun control legislation in a generation. This landmark Bill would implement a national freeze on handguns into law, addresses the alarming role of firearms in domestic violence and takes aim at organized crime.
A March 2021 survey by polling firm Leger found 66% of respondents said there should be stricter gun control in Canada. Gun rights advocates oppose the latest measures.
We are strengthening Canada’s gun laws with legislation that prioritizes public safety and effective police work, while respecting law-abiding firearms owners. Changes to the Criminal Code and Firearms act impact background checks, transfer and transport.
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the introduction of new legislation to further strengthen gun control in Canada and keep Canadians safe from gun violence. Bill C-21 puts forward some of the strongest gun control measures in over 40 years.
Gun control in Canada According to the Criminal Code , firearms are classified into three categories: prohibited firearms, restricted firearms and non-restricted firearms. Prohibited firearms include fully automatic firearms, sawed-off rifles and shotguns, and any other firearm prescribed as prohibited under the regulations, such as certain ...
It includes secure borders, where we have added resources to fight smuggling and stop guns from coming into Canada; a robust legal framework; the national handgun freeze; and strong prevention strategies, notably the Building Safer Communities Fund, which aims to stop gun crime before it starts.
Public Safety Canada is responsible for developing the legislative, policy, and regulatory requirements for the safe and legal use of firearms and firearms-related operational policing issues; and policy expertise on guns and gangs and the administration of the Firearms Act.
The Liberal government’s gun-control bill passed a final vote in the Senate on Thursday, clearing the way for it to become law. Bill cements handgun freeze, increases penalties for gun ...