r/canadaguns • u/Silver_Ad2286 • May 28 '26
Application / Regulation advice Pal wait times
I submitted my PAL and RPAL application in January 2025 and I'm still waiting for a decision.
For full transparency, I disclosed on my application that I received a conditional discharge for assault and robbery charges 16 years ago. The conditional discharge was completed over 15 years ago.
It's been 13 months with no update, so I contacted my MP for assistance, but they weren't able to help. I then emailed the Premier's Office, and shortly after, I received a call from the OPP. They advised that someone would reach out within a month.
That was 3 months ago, and I still haven't heard back. Every time I call for an update, I'm told the file is "on the area officer's desk" and that they'll email the officer.
Has anyone dealt with a similar delay involving older charges and a conditional discharge? What would you recommend as the next step to get a response or move the file forward?
Edit: im in ontario
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u/Rtgambit May 28 '26
Almost same boat - waiting since Feb 2025. Only difference is that I have no criminal history, and one single speeding ticket from 2014 in New York.
Despite numerous phone calls, emails, MPs office - nothing.