r/canadaguns • u/AutoModerator • Aug 21 '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.

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u/Agent_Smithx2 Combloc best bloc Aug 26 '22

for NR rifles, how long does it take to get a reference number generated prior to picking up your rifle if buying from a store? Would I need to wait a couple of days or is it done in the same day usually?

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u/ClemementineSweetie Aug 26 '22

I think the nr one is pretty instantaneous... I know I got it same day and the store shipped next day... I think if I was in person I could've picked it up... Someone else may want to confirm the speed