r/canadaguns • u/ricochangMMO • Jul 05 '26

Application / Regulation advice Alberta Olympic Exemption for handguns

Hey guys I'm interested in getting the Olympic Exemption in Alberta. I'm still trying to understand the process a bit as I've heard some people have gotten it without a letter from the SFC. I'd like to get a fn502 from IRG probably so I can convert it to 9mm but just curious if someone could explain their experience as It seems to vary a little by province. Thanks!

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u/_Connor Jul 05 '26

Can you even buy "normal" handguns with the exemption? No one is competing in the olympics with the FN502.

I thought it was limited to Hammerli type .22 pistols. You might have a tough time justifying the "olympic exemption" if you're trying to buy a Glock.

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u/69___Nice Jul 07 '26

Im just optimizing my recoil control by using 45ACP.  How dare they judge my training practices 😎