Only way to get a handgun exemption???

[u/Stunning-Position759]

Why Does the “Protection of Life” Handgun Exemption Exist in Canada?

I’ve been doing some research into Canadian firearms law, specifically the exemptions related to restricted and prohibited handguns, and I came across something that raised a lot of questions for me.

Under section 20 of the Firearms Act, there is a category that allows individuals to possess restricted firearms or prohibited handguns for “Protection of Life.”

• The individual (or others) must face imminent danger from another person

• Police protection must be insufficient in the circumstances

• Possession of the firearm must be reasonably justified to prevent death or grievous bodily harm

What I find interesting is that an ATIP request reportedly showed that only one person in Canada currently holds this exemption.

Why does this category exist in legislation if it is almost never granted?

Has anyone tried to apply for this or has experience with this.

[u/xthemoonx]

Maybe if you testify against gangs or something and they are dead set at getting revenge?

[u/SpinachStunning5547 → u/xthemoonx]

Nah they would just put you on witness protection. This exemption is probably only given to multi billionaire that have friends in high places

[u/YYZYYC → u/SpinachStunning5547]

No it’s been given to recently retired judges and cops before

[u/HappyCan7250 → u/SpinachStunning5547]

So Carney's buddy's will be getting ATTs I guess in addition to the obscene taxpayer salaries. 

That guy he appointed to handle military procurement, who has seemingly accomplished fuck all because we still haven't even sorted out the submarines, or fighter jets, and a bunch of other naval gear, yet he's collecting a $600k a year from the taxpayers fight now.

I gotta get in on this "expert consultant" scheme. Making a lot of people rich!