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/SerGT3 May 28 '26

If you want a firearm you'll have to take the course and get your PAL. So yeah it's worth it if you want a firearm.

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u/FearlessDevil666 May 28 '26

Not only the firearm, but ammo and, if you hand load, powder require a PAL now.