Toronto Asks Feds for Canada-Wide Ban on Handguns, Semi-Autos
25 July 2018TheGunBlog.ca — Toronto City Council passed a motion last night asking the federal government to ban the civilian ownership of handguns and semi-automatic firearms in Canada, seeking to confiscate the property of responsible citizens and disarm men and women it views as criminals. Mayor John Tory led the vote of 40 in favour versus 5…
How to Buy a Handgun in Canada: Regulatory and Procedural Steps
25 July 2018TheGunBlog.ca — This guide outlines the procedural and regulatory steps to get a licence and buy a handgun in Canada.
CSAAA’s Wes Winkel Comments on Firearm Policy, Regulation, Crime
25 July 2018TheGunBlog.ca — Following are comments on gun policy and crime by Wes Winkel, the head of Canada’s main firearm-industry group, and the owner of one of the country’s largest independent gun stores.
Toronto Mayor John Tory Leads Vote to Ban Sale of Handguns, Ammo
24 July 2018TheGunBlog.ca — Toronto Mayor John Tory led a landslide vote by municipal council today to ban the sale of handguns and handgun ammunition in Canada’s largest city, two days after police used their loaded pistols to stop a murderer on Danforth Avenue.
Goodale to Consider New Handgun Laws, Canadian Press Reports
24 July 2018TheGunBlog.ca — Canadian Minister of Public Safety Ralph Goodale said he will consider new handgun classifications, The Canadian Press reported today, suggesting the government will explore new restrictions on gun owners beyond Bill C-71. Global News shared The Canadian Press story. Reporter: Would you support a reclassification of handguns under federal legislation? Goodale: “That would require…
Toronto City Councillor Files Motion to Ban Handgun, Ammo Sales
24 July 2018TheGunBlog.ca — Toronto Councillor Joe Cressy filed a motion today asking the governments of Canada and Ontario to ban selling handguns and handgun ammunition in the country’s largest city, home to 100,000 licensed firearm owners and more than 5,000 police.
Toronto Danforth Attack: Thoughts as Anti-Gun Campaign Heats Up
24 July 2018TheGunBlog.ca — A man shot 2 people to death and injured 13 others on July 22 along Danforth Avenue in Toronto. The attacker died of gunshot wounds fired by himself or by police, we don’t know. Here are some personal reflections on the attack and what lies ahead for federally licensed gun owners.
Kiejko and Harding Win Golds, Set Records at Pistol Championship
20 July 2018TheGunBlog.ca — Allan Harding and Lynda Kiejko won individual and team gold medals at the 2018 Canadian National Pistol Championships last week. It was their biggest event before a major world competition in September as they seek to qualify for the 2020 Olympics.
Goodale Reiterates 25-Round Ruger 10/22 Mags Are ‘Prohibited’
20 July 2018TheGunBlog.ca — Canadian Minister of Public Safety Ralph Goodale reiterated the federal police’s controversial opinion that Ruger 10/22 cartridge magazines for more than 10 rounds are “Prohibited,” while stopping short of saying their owners could face prison. Goodale made the comment May 24 in answer to Petition No. 421-02388, according to the response filed July…
Dan Fritter: 12 Tips to Run a Successful Gun Club Open House
19 July 2018TheGunBlog.ca — Global News ran a story last week on a gun club open house, calling it “a firearm enthusiast’s paradise” for an expected 1,000 people. Daniel Fritter, the club president and publisher of Calibre magazine, shares some of his takeaways.