r/canadaguns • u/AutoModerator • Feb 05 '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/noname67899 Feb 11 '23

I hope someone’s been in my same situation and can provide guidance or advice.

I applied for my PAL last year and today, I received a missing information letter, along with a copy of my application. They want me to clarify section C 16.d.

I selected Yes because I am taking anti depressants as a result of a depression diagnosis. But I have never attempted nor threatened suicide.

Would requesting my doctor to provide a letter for confirming this diagnosis suffice and address the request to clarify said section? If others have been in this situation, how did you clarify it?

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u/StyleTrue9920 Feb 11 '23 edited Feb 11 '23

I was same situation as I selected yes in c16d for mental issue history and got my RPAL a month ago.

I attached a paper explaining everything honestly and state I am no harm to community. Did NOT get doctor notes just plain explanation. But I am a little different as I stopped the treatment at time sending application.

If you currently still taking medication then safer to either call cfo to seek advice, or get doctor note and send to them. Which province are you? If call them Make sure select specific extension that reaches cfo directly. Extension number is different based on province

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u/[deleted] Feb 16 '23

If you dont mind me asking when did you send in your application?

I am in a similar boat

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u/StyleTrue9920 Feb 16 '23

I sent in application mid Aug 2022. Approved and issued on late Dec 2022. Received pal card on mid Jan 2023

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u/[deleted] Feb 16 '23

Thanks for your response!