r/canadaguns • u/AutoModerator • Jan 29 '23

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

This thread will be used for the "new"-type questions, PAL/RPAL applications, references, CFSC/CFRSC requirements, storage/transport, or other general "new-to-me" firearms ownership questions.

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u/stapy123 Feb 02 '23

I've recently developed an interest in old military rifles, specifically ones from around the first world war to the interwar era. I just want to know the process for getting one, I do not have my license yet, I plan on getting it soon. I'm mainly looking at something like a Mauser variant that I can find for a reasonable price. I live on Prince Edward Island if that matters.

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u/black_covfefe_please Feb 02 '23

First step is to take the CFSC, and consider the CRFSC. Once you successfully complete the course, submit your firearms license (PAL) application. Once you have your license, tgen you can buy your firearm. Just a note, the Mauser is likely on the Bill C-21 amendment Ban List.

This will take from 3-12+ months

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u/stapy123 Feb 02 '23

I thought Bolt action rifles were non-restricted? Or is there some that are? Sorry, all the material I've found online is pretty unclear

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u/black_covfefe_please Feb 02 '23

Yes they are. The Liberal Party's recently proposed ban includes mostly non restricted long guns, and even some hunting rifles including some bolt actions.

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u/stapy123 Feb 02 '23

Ok thanks for the info, I'll do more research on my own

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u/black_covfefe_please Feb 02 '23

FYI, the ban is unlikely to pass. The NDP and Green's (and of course CPC) are against it.

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u/stapy123 Feb 02 '23

Yeah I thought that too. The only people I know irl who are for it are the most hardcore liberals, I'm not too worried about it. When I go to get my firearms safety course I'll ask the instructor more about it