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/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.