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

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u/sinep_snatas Feb 11 '23

Authorisation to Transport hasn't arrived yet. Can I still go to the range?

Eleven days ago I called the BC CFO office, a nice lady answered right away, told me she'd transfer the handgun "right now" and send me a new R-PAL that has Authorization to Transport built in somehow (I guess it's written on the new card?).

I got the gun a few days afterwards, but no new R-PAL with Authorization to Transfer.

Do I need to have the new card in hand to go to the range, or is it good enough to say "they told me they were sending it" if anything were to happen?

The Authorization to Transfer exists somewhere... I just don't have it.

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u/Beretta_errata removeddit pro Feb 11 '23

ATT is automatically attached to your rPAL. This is why they print a new one with your first restricted purchase.

What you also need is the paper attached to your rPAL (hopefully this is removed with the redesign), and you need to carry the restricted registration slip.

These things need to be presented to law enforcement on demand, it's in the regulations.

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u/NorincoNinja2000 Feb 11 '23

Hey there, good day. I just got my restricted a few days ago. First question, will I be getting a new RPAL card in the mail now that I have a handgun. Second question, I requested a ATT today to bring my handgun to the range and my application is under review. I guess requesting an ATT on the weekend is not to wise because no-one will be looking at it. Third question you mentioned the paper attached to our RPAL is it the letter which came with the card when we first received it in the mail. Fourth and final question the transfer certificate I got from the rcmp for my handgun is this the paper we must have at all times when transporting our restricted firearm. The paper says Transfer notification Buyer. Sorry for the long message. I just want to do everything by the books. Thank you.

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u/Beretta_errata removeddit pro Feb 11 '23

You need the registration slip to transport.

Also, read your license, it needs to say this on the back ( I haven't seen the new license design).

https://i.imgur.com/vGlz9Mc.jpg

The transfer notification says you are permitted to take the firearm home. Only that.

Yes, I agree they have a stupid set of rules that we must abide while offenders get immediate bail to be caught yet again with a stolen firearm.

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u/NorincoNinja2000 Feb 11 '23

Ok got you. My licensed already says that on the back. But it was mentioned that once you buy your first restricted gun you get a new card? 🤔 Also I got my Rpal and pal at the same time. Then I bought a handgun and the transfer took 6 months. I got a pdf Transfer Notification Buyer from the cfo. Do I keep this document with me at all times. And also what about the paper which came with firarms license envelope. Do I need that with me as well? I just want to hit the range with my newly acquired M&P 2.0. How long does ATT take to get approved? Requested one this morning to hit the range for 4pm.

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u/Beretta_errata removeddit pro Feb 11 '23

was mentioned that once you buy your first restricted gun you get a new card?

That used to be the procedure, I guess they changed that because it was stupid and wasteful. But you say they printed two cards anyways, so...

The paper (I got) said cut it out and carry.

https://i.imgur.com/u6LYvIz.jpg

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u/NorincoNinja2000 Feb 11 '23

OK got you my friend I got the same paper. Now please explain how this ATT works. Do they approve them fast. I want go-to the range for 4pm I booked my both. I put the request in for ATT at roughly 1030am. Do they approve on weekends? I filled out all the requirements and my application is pending. What do you think 🤔

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u/Beretta_errata removeddit pro Feb 11 '23 edited Feb 11 '23

ATT is an automatic part of your license as long as you have your rPAL card, Conditions Slip, and Firearm Registration Certificate.

I keep a copy of all registrations in the range bag.

I just realized that MY conditions allow me the old transport restrictions, gun show, gunsmith, range...
They never sent me an update to nullify those conditions.

Huh.

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u/NorincoNinja2000 Feb 11 '23

That's pretty cool. So for me to go the range with my handgun being a new license holder. Don't I have to apply online for an ATT and wait for their approval?

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u/Beretta_errata removeddit pro Feb 11 '23

Correct, just all the paperwork which is automatic but slow to arrive.

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u/NorincoNinja2000 Feb 11 '23

Yeah, I figured this much. I doubt my ATT will be approved by the time I'm ready to go to the range this evening. I was told I should apply for it a week in advance. Oh well, I can at least bring my non restricted and have a good time. 👍🏽 Thank you so much for all your advice my friend.

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