RCMP rules AR-15 80% lower receivers are prohibited
A memo released by the RCMP has declared that 80% lower receivers for AR-15 rifles are prohibited because they can be “adapted for use” in prohibited M-16 rifles.
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All Ruger Mark IV pistols subject to recall
Ruger has recalled all Mark IV pistols (including 22/45 models) due to a defect with the safety that may result in an unintentional discharge
Firearms marking regulations to be delayed until next year
Controversial firearms marking regulations will be delayed until next year, according to Regina firearms training group
Petition launched to require CFAC members to possess firearms licences
A petition has launched to require members appointed to the Canadian Firearms Advisory Committee to possess Possession and Acquisition Licences
Counterfeit Impact Sport ear muffs put shooters’ hearing at risk
Counterfeit copies of the popular Impact Sport earmuffs pose a risk to the health and safety of wearers
British Columbia restricts firearms use in popular Fraser Valley shooting spots
The province has restricted recreational shooting along popular Fraser Valley forestry service roads, citing serious safety risks due to reckless shooters
Type 81 production delayed, limited numbers to be manufactured
Production of Type 81 rifles pushed back and restricted in numbers by military contracts
Petition to legalize sound moderators launches
A petition to legalize sound moderators in Canada has been launched on the Government of Canada’s e-petition site
The Shooting Edge acquires AmmoSupply.ca
The Shooting Edge has acquired AmmoSupply.ca on Monday, business has ceased effective immediately
Conservative Caucus calls on Public Safety Minister to Overturn Firearms Ban
The Official Opposition’s Public Safety critic has released a public statement calling on Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale to overturn the recent prohibition of the CZ 858 “Spartan” rifle