r/canadaguns • u/AutoModerator • Aug 28 '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

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u/Brilliant_Gift1917 Aug 31 '22

What is actually checked during the 28 day "background check" phase? Is it just a check of your official/criminal records, or do they go looking for your social media etc too?

I'm not worried because I have nothing to hide and don't get involved in politics online, but I'm just curious what they go looking for.

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u/Brilliant_Gift1917 Aug 31 '22

Well all that aside, my question still stands on what they background check you for.

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u/[deleted] Aug 31 '22

They essentially just call your references, check to see if you have a criminal record or any reason at all why you shouldn't have a gun.

As far as I know, they don't check social media but it's the government so I wouldn't be surprised.