Legal Transpotation of Restricted and Non Restricted Firearms

Here a review of legal transportation of firearms in Canada. I am not a lawyer, Canadian Firearm Regulations are ALWAYS subject to change and interpretation. I am passing on the information I am given by the Canadian Firearm Program and the RCMP. It is YOUR responsibility to verify the information and keep current on any changes.

[robt]

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[troybingham]

Worth noting that you should always carry any documentation outside the locked case (in your wallet or purse ideally). Reason is that if you are stopped and asked to produce it, under no circumstances can you open the storage case. The only places you can open it legally are at your home, an authorized range or gunsmith's or at a police station. Even if requested to open it by a police officer, you can't comply during a roadside stop. You'd have to request escort to the police station and open it there. .. So have your docs where you can easily access them.

[alwong]

So nice to get a Canadian perspective on firearms on Youtube.  Great vids!  Subscribed.

[lomayagi]

Thanks! Always good to have a refresher even if you've had your RPAL for awhile.

[jojo]

Hi Rod I'm glad that you verified that I don't need a trigger lock or a rifle case on non restricted firearms when transporting. A fellow at the range told me the same thing, but I was kinda skeptical on the issue. Thanks.

[diazgrajoauin]

I heard when I was taking my PAL course, of someone who got charged because he was carrying a non restricted firearms without trigger lock. Apparently it happened a few times other people also, lack of law knowledge by the officers. So, yes your day will be ruined and firearms taken and such, but No it will not hold in court and the charges will be dropped. so do yourself a favor and put a trigger lock on your firearms when transporting in case you run into an A-Hole of an officer.

[docholliday]

I love your videos as always, Rod. Informative and succinct.

The other point I want to make is that, as mentioned in other comments on this thread, it’s true that the RCMP (and I’m guessing other police forces in Canada) do not always know the gun laws they are supposed to be enforcing. I’ve encountered this twice in my lifetime. I respect that the RCMP have a hard job to do and that they don’t always get the thanks that they deserve, but yeah, some of them who may be ignorant of the laws can cause some undue stress for legal gun owners.

[AaronJohnTurner]

Hey guys, thanks for these videos. I'm finally getting around to getting my PAL/RPAL next month after being out of the army for over three years and having the firearms itch come creeping back. I appreciate the simple and concise advice!

[kennethallen]

The one thing to add to this is that some provinces have additional requirements. NB, NS, PEI, and I believe NFLD have DNR laws that apply to transportation as well. In NB you cannot be in possession of a firearm in your vehicle unless. A.). It is a hunting season and you have a current license for that season, and the caliber is appropriate for the season(varmint season is .230 and under only) B.) You are a member of a gun range and going to and from. C.) You have a permit from DNR for a specific datre, time, and place. After sunset your firearm has to be cased and unloaded and locked.

[ColtonBlumhagen]

Note that some ranges require all guns to come onto the range cased. So even a NR gun may need a case anyways.

[Kyks]

Just found this channel.... thank you so SO SO Much!
Finaly a great Canadian gus channel

[humblehunk]

It was asked before, but what if you dont have a vehicle, but are within walking distance of where you plan to shoot? Are you allowed to walk with a gun/gun case to you destination?

[ianherries]

Could I carry a firearm by bicycle ? (unloaded, locked by cable or trigger) and in a bag that conceals them.
This question is for both restricted and non-restricted firearms going to a range or gunsmith.

[mikew]

What if I want to transport my non restricted rifle by bicycle or by foot? Should make a video on that.

[mathewgreyell]

Your videos are awesome. I think some more useful content would be how to become a PAL/RPAL trainer, and gun range legislation specific to opening your own range indoor or outdoor. I’ve been going through all of that recently and it would be great for some of that content to be explained for others in the future

[National]

Glad I am an American citizen. In Nevada my loaded handgun can be on my side almost anywhere I go open or concealed with my CCW permit. And my AR-15 can have a full magazine inserted on the front seat of my vehicle as long as there is not one in the chamber. Or one loaded in the chamber if not in my vehicle. With any size magazine I choose.

[Mr.Titanium]

No trigger lock for NR firearms?? I’m surprised as I would never even think of transporting in this fashion.

[davidrobins]

Thanks for the great video and clear explanation of the law for restricted and non-restricted firearms.

[MrOshimaida]

Hey Rod, thank you for shining light on the subject.

[shawndoyle]

So glad I live in America. ... after watching this video