Temporary ban on importation of handguns into Canada now in effect

The temporary ban on the importation of restricted handguns in Canada is now in effect (August 19th, 2022).

This temporary ban means that permits for import-restricted handguns into Canada will no longer be issued to individuals or businesses, subject to narrow exceptions that mirror those in Bill C-21.

The Federal Government says these measures will slow the run on handguns until the national handgun freeze proposed in Bill C-21 comes into force.

Link: Notice to Importers No. 1090