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/[deleted] Aug 27 '22

Just got my new handgun, didn't really want it but it was now or never lol. Couple questions regarding transport and stuff.

  1. Do I have to call the police every time I'm taking it to the range?
  2. Am I allowed to take it to the range and then stay the night somewhere with it in my car trunk (in an opaque case) at a residence that is not associated to my PAL/RPAL?
  3. I received the handgun with an orange plug in the barrel, is this the same as having a trigger lock or cable lock (or am I technically breaking the law storing it with just this?)

Appreciate any insights or add anything you think I should be aware of that I didn't mention

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u/Scopequest Aug 28 '22

2: I've heard people say they asked the CFO for an ATT to do just that and theCFO said no they don't need one. But I'd recommend you email them and ask so you have your own written proof. The idea that you'd have to explain to a cop how someone in the internet told you it's legal isn't where you want to be.

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u/[deleted] Aug 29 '22

Update: emailed them and asked and you DO need an ATT