r/canadaguns • u/Direct-Department-80 • 18d ago
Application / Regulation advice Need some advice from experienced Canadian gun owners
Hey all ! I recently inherited 3 guns. Absolutely no judgement to any legal gun owners out there! It’s just not for me and I would love any advice on what my legal obligations are before I give them away. I know I need to have them registered first before I do anything else. Correct me if I’m wrong, but I understand registration is for the gun itself, whereas license is for the person. Therefore I don’t need a license since I don’t intend on using them….is this correct? Once I register, do I need to do sometime else? For example, do I need to “de-activate” them ? FYI, they are from the early 1900s. They are not considered antiques according to Canadian law. Thanks for the advice fellow Canadians !
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u/viccityguy2k 18d ago
Registration Depends on if they are non-restricted or not. Generally speaking typical long guns like rifles and shotguns are non restricted. If you legally own the property as inherited property you can simply sell or give them to any appropriately licensed person. Handguns are registered and need to be transferred appropriately to their new owner.
I am being overly simple - please consult this for FAQ.
https://rcmp.ca/en/firearms/transfer-firearms-estates