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

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/ZealousidealNews9256 Sep 02 '22

First step is take a gun safety course for your PAL / RPAL - check into who offers courses in your area.

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u/ClemementineSweetie Sep 02 '22 edited Sep 02 '22

I'm a dt Toronto bum as well.

As mentioned before by others. First step, take the safety courses. Second step, get ready for a lot of waiting. There are closer ranges, but the issue will be that ranges are so under supplied that they're all full up with members. If force got friends and family who partake in the sport, they may be able to give you s member referral type thing to get into a range. Or at least be able to bring a guest.

This is the link to the fseso. On there there is a search for courses function. There is also a brief explanation of the process. https://fseso.org/courses/

As most will suggest, just bite the bullet, pardon the pun, and do both the restricted and non restricted courses. It's far easier to have it done with than realize a bit later something you may want is a restricted firearm and not be able to get it until you "upgrade" your license which will take another long sellers of waiting patiently.

Heads up, lots of stuff is really backed up and slow in Ontario. Just be patient.

Edit: also, start saving $$$ lol. You'll need it if realize you really like the sport