Shooting ranges for tourists

[u/tussengas-98]

Hi everyone!

Hope i'm allowed to ask this here.

I'm from the Netherlands and, together with a few friends, I'm planning to travel to Canada in October. We'll be staying in the Toronto/Mississauga area.

We've got plenty of activities planned, but one thing that's on our bucket list is to try shooting real firearms at a shooting range. That's something that's generally not possible in the Netherlands.

I've heard that it's relatively easy to do this in the United States, but I'm curious about the laws and regulations in Canada.

Is it possible for tourists to visit a shooting range and shoot firearms in Canada?

If so, I'd really appreciate any recommendations or good experiences with shooting ranges in or around the Toronto/Mississauga area.

Thanks in advance!

[u/Accurate_Info7777]

Most gun ranges offer public use just call them.

Generally you will have to sign a waiver and pay a lot for the ammo. A range officer will be with you the entire time showing you what to do, so dont worry about being left on your own.

Please note there are no automatic firearms for you to try in Canada (legally). Everything is semi automatic (one trigger press, one bang) and magazines are limited to 5 rounds for rifles/10 rounds for pistols.

When in Toronto definitely check out the CN Tower and Ripleys aquarium (they're right next door to one another) and if you can manage, take a drive to Niagara Falls. Worth seeing.

Have fun and enjoy your stay.

[u/Hot_Cheesecake_905 → u/Accurate_Info7777]

You can shoot automatics at Calgary Shooting Center, they have an exemption.

There are semi rifles with 10 rounds using pistol mags 😅

[u/Accurate_Info7777 → u/Hot_Cheesecake_905]

Did not know. Next time Im in Calgary I will check them out. Thanks.