r/canadaguns • u/AutoModerator • Oct 09 '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/EarthedVein-Erotica Oct 09 '22 edited Oct 19 '22

I got my RPAL recently. Is there still anyway I could buy a handgun in time?

I'd really appreciate if you could share some leads on sellers. Thanks in advance.

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u/[deleted] Oct 10 '22

Maybe. Buy it now! As long as the shop puts in the transfer request right away, you will probably be ok.

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u/EarthedVein-Erotica Oct 10 '22 edited Oct 19 '22

Oh I have! Thank you.

But from a store that doesn't garner much confidence here or CGN.. I hope they are legit..

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u/[deleted] Oct 10 '22

Ask them for the transfer reference number. If they have a transfer reference number, then you should be good.

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u/EarthedVein-Erotica Oct 10 '22

Thanks again! I wouldn't have otherwise known to ask for this. I'm so grateful for this community. :-)

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u/W01F360 qb Oct 09 '22

Most reputable gun shops have the ability to start transfers online, except for consignment sales i think they might still need to call in as it is technically private to private sale.

They can typically have transfer entered within 1 business day, so I would suggest buying online if you only have your PAL number.

So far everything indicates that once a transfer is started, they should honor it.

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u/EarthedVein-Erotica Oct 10 '22

Thank you! I have the card too but online still seems like the only option.

One more question.. Do I need to become a member of a gun range/club before I buy online?

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u/_Connor Oct 10 '22

Do I need to become a member of a gun range/club before I buy online?

No. Ontario doesn't require it. If you're really worried about it, just write 'looking' in the box.

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u/W01F360 qb Oct 10 '22

I would check into regulations based on your province.

Where I'm from you need to pass a special course before you can even become range member. Good luck!

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u/h3IIfir3pho3nix N E R F G U N S Oct 09 '22

Go online and look at what models are available and buy one. The general consensus is if you made the purchase before the freeze goes into effect, your transfer should be honoured.

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u/EarthedVein-Erotica Oct 10 '22

Thank you! One more question.. Do I need to become a member of a gun range/club before I buy online?

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u/h3IIfir3pho3nix N E R F G U N S Oct 10 '22

I don't think you have to in Ontario, but you do in other provinces.

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u/EarthedVein-Erotica Oct 10 '22

Thank you! That's a relief.

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u/EarthedVein-Erotica Oct 10 '22

That's neat! :)