r/canadaguns • u/AutoModerator • Aug 14 '22

Weekly Newbies & FAQ Thread - Post your questions here for PAL/RPAL application, timelines, CFSC/CFSRC, references & requirements, or general new to firearms ownership -type questions

This thread will be used for the "new"-type questions, PAL/RPAL applications, references, CFSC/CFRSC requirements, storage/transport, or other general "new-to-me" firearms ownership questions.

In response to this thread, the community was quite positive for a thread to cover these subjects.

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u/ghost_ghost_ Aug 18 '22

Ontario PAL timeline:

Paperwork received - May 2nd, Initial review processed - Aug 2nd, Approved, license issued - Aug 15th

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u/salazar_0333 on/qc Aug 18 '22

Man so lucky, I'm still waiting since February and they keep telling me to expect even longer delays. Was it PAL or RPAL as well?

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u/ghost_ghost_ Aug 18 '22

Just PAL. First time applicant if that makes a difference as well.

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u/salazar_0333 on/qc Aug 18 '22

Hmm ok thanks! I'm first time as well but I have pal and rpal

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u/ghost_ghost_ Aug 18 '22

I think RPAL generally takes a bit longer to process, but still that is a long wait! Hopefully it comes through for you soon! Has your credit card been charged yet?

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u/salazar_0333 on/qc Aug 18 '22

Yes it was done 20 May! Honestly have no idea what the issue is. They won't even say if there's missing info or anything.

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u/ghost_ghost_ Aug 18 '22

Damn I'm sorry to hear that. Really annoying that they won't give you any information!

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u/salazar_0333 on/qc Aug 18 '22

Damn I'm sorry to hear that. Really annoying that they won't give you any information!

Thanks! i tried calling CFO as well and they just hung up lol

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u/ghost_ghost_ Aug 18 '22

Easy to lose faith in our institutions when you get treatment like that. Keep trying! I've been hearing that if you call early (like when they open) you can get through a bit easier