r/canadaguns • u/MapleNationalist • Jul 22 '26

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Recently got my exemption. Located in Alberta. Happy to answer questions.

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u/Top-Researcher-8937 Jul 22 '26

Yes but they have a special 22lr exception right?

For us in Ontario Iam understanding we need to join the SFC then show we are competing in handgun competition in order to get that handgun?

Am I wrong?

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u/One_Programmer613 Jul 22 '26

They said in another comment they joined sfc and went thru the process but it got lost down below.

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u/Top-Researcher-8937 Jul 22 '26

Do you think it’s ok to email and ask SFC this question about how I can go about getting a handgun or it would be flagged as weird?

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u/One_Programmer613 Jul 22 '26

Say you want to start shooting standard or sport pistol but don’t have access to a firearm and if an air pistols would work and how you could track progress etc.

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u/Top-Researcher-8937 Jul 22 '26

Got this response:

You will need to borrow pistols until you have enough experience to qualify for an exemption letter and are able to locate a firearm that works.

You should keep score sheets and if possible have the RSO sign and date the score sheets. 

You should also look to compete either in your club or in local matches. Many of the smaller open matches at the Barrie Gun club and the Pan Am Centre have loaners available if you reach out to the Match Director to ask.

I would recommend you look for a club and other opportunities where new shooters are supported.