r/canadaguns • u/AutoModerator • Sep 18 '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/jx84 Sep 18 '22

I got my transfer email for my first handgun a couple weeks ago. I was able to pick it up and bring it home but have to wait for the paperwork to come in the mail to take it to the range. On Friday I finally received some mail from the RCMP but it was just an updated license card. Do I still have to wait for more paperwork or is the card all I need?

Thanks for the help!

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u/[deleted] Sep 18 '22

By law, yes. You are required to have your registration certificate. I have never heard of a range checking.

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u/jx84 Sep 18 '22

Thank you!

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u/_Connor Sep 18 '22

Yes, you'll get another piece of mail with the conditions slip. My conditions slip showed up in 11 business days and my new license showed up the day after that.

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u/jx84 Sep 18 '22

Thank you!

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u/[deleted] Sep 18 '22

Need to wait for the registration paperwork for your pistol. Mine took about 2 weeks after I got my transfer approved, that was back in June in BC

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u/jx84 Sep 18 '22

Thank you!