r/canadaguns • u/Objective-Cod4160 • May 28 '26

Application / Regulation advice Worth it?

My question is about the purpose of getting a PAL. I have done quite a bit of research on how to get a PAL in Canada and I found a place near my house. I have shot many firearms in my life and I always have fun shooting. I grew up around firearms too so I am pretty comfortable around them (taught as a kid about muzzle sweeping and trigger discipline). That being said I’m still a total newb. I have also been warming up to the idea of possibly getting into hunting (although I’ve never hunted before). What is the culture and people like around gun ranges? Firearms seem so heavily regulated in Canada, I was wondering if people who have gotten their PALS find that it was worth all the effort?

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u/Hot_Cheesecake_905 May 28 '26

 What is the culture and people like around gun ranges?

It depends on your particular gun club, but at a Toronto club, 99% normal people, 1% weirdos just like in life?

 I was wondering if people who have gotten their PALS find that it was worth all the effort

From an ROI perspective, definitely not, your bank account will be drained by this hobby 😂

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u/Professional_Chef379 May 28 '26

Yeah, if we are just talking traditional ROI, the ROI is not good.

But, if you have an economist background and you convert your satisfaction level into dollars, the ROI is incredible. Lol

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u/Lumindan May 28 '26

My bank account cries when I shoot my 6.5cm. But my soul is incredibly happy.