I signed up for the "buyback" (misnoner) because I didn't see a better path forward:
All of my guns are registered, so they already knew what I had. Changing my mind and withdrawing was explicitly presented as an option. Not obeying the law is not an option (no "boating accident"s), nor is receiving nothing for my guns if they're confiscated (I know some of you are willing to forego that as a matter of principle.. I'm not in that financial position where that'd be prudent or advisable).
The time has come to make a final decision, it seems. Received this (aggressively worded) e-mail:
Further to the previous message sent, this is a reminder notice that, should you wish to receive compensation under the Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program (ASFCP) for your prohibited firearm(s), please accept your funding agreement and book your appointment for collection for compensation of your firearms as soon as possible and no later than 7 calendar days from receipt of this message. Collection for compensation will be available only for a limited period of time in your area on August 12-16 and 18-20 2026.
If you have already accepted your funding agreement and booked your appointment, please disregard this message. Please contact the ASFCP Contact Centre at 1-833-759-4551 should you need assistance.
Participants who withdraw from the Program or do not proceed as instructed, including missing an agreed appointment time without valid reason, will not be able to continue and obtain compensation. While the Program is voluntary, compliance with the law is mandatory. Impacted firearms and devices must be disposed of by the end of the amnesty period on 90 days after the Supreme Court of Canada renders its decision. For information on other disposal options, visit www.canada.ca/firearms-compensation.
Thank you for your interest and participation in the program.
Public Safety Canada
Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program (ASFCP)
They're really trying to create false time pressure (never mind when it comes to actually getting paid? It'll happen whenever they fucking feel like getting around to it..)
So.. my question is this: Is there a better path forward?
I'm sure this has been discussed to death, but this is where the shit is really hitting the fan.
Waiting until the SCOC makes its decision would be the most prudent path.. but I can't risk being forced to turn in my rifles for nothing. The proposed compensation is actually.. alright.. it covers my out of pocket expenses in acquiring these rifles and a couple of needed accessories (opportunity cost, etc.. no.. not at all.. but..).
Is this the end for my rifles?