CFSC CFSC Licensing & Transfer Requirements 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is an Authorization to Transport (ATT) used for in Canada?
- To authorize the international export of firearms
- To permit transport of restricted or prohibited firearms to approved locations (Correct answer)
- To allow firearms to be shipped by commercial courier
- To register a new firearm with the RCMP
Correct answer: To permit transport of restricted or prohibited firearms to approved locations
An ATT authorizes a PAL holder to transport restricted or prohibited firearms between specific approved locations.
Question 2: Which class of firearms generally requires an ATT for transportation?
- Non-restricted rifles only
- Non-restricted shotguns only
- Restricted and prohibited firearms (Correct answer)
- All firearms regardless of classification
Correct answer: Restricted and prohibited firearms
Restricted and prohibited firearms require an ATT for transportation; non-restricted firearms do not.
Question 3: For non-restricted firearms, what is the key transport requirement under CFSC guidelines?
- Loaded and secured in a locked case
- Unloaded during transport (Correct answer)
- Registered with local police before transport
- Accompanied by a licensed firearms dealer
Correct answer: Unloaded during transport
Non-restricted firearms must be unloaded during transport, though an ATT is not required.
Question 4: When transporting a restricted firearm, how must it be secured?
- Loaded and within reach for security
- Unloaded and in a locked, secure container (Correct answer)
- Held openly on the back seat in a case
- Accompanied by a police escort
Correct answer: Unloaded and in a locked, secure container
Restricted firearms must be unloaded and locked in a secure container during all transport.
Question 5: Who is eligible to apply for an ATT for restricted firearms in Canada?
- Only licensed firearms dealers
- Any PAL holder with restricted firearms authorization (Correct answer)
- Only active law enforcement officers
- Any Canadian citizen over age 21
Correct answer: Any PAL holder with restricted firearms authorization
Any PAL holder authorized for restricted firearms can apply for an ATT through the Canadian Firearms Program.
Question 6: What is the consequence of transporting a restricted firearm without a valid ATT?
- A $50 administrative fine
- A mandatory firearms safety course
- A criminal offense and potential loss of PAL (Correct answer)
- Temporary suspension of shooting range privileges
Correct answer: A criminal offense and potential loss of PAL
Transporting a restricted firearm without a valid ATT is a criminal offense that can result in loss of the PAL.
CFSC CFSC Licensing & Transfer Requirements 2
What is an Authorization to Transport (ATT) used for in Canada?