CFSC CFSC Licensing & Transfer Requirements

Question 1

What is a Possession and Acquisition License (PAL) in Canada?

Accepted Answer

A federal license required to legally possess and acquire firearms

Answer

A permit to carry a firearm openly in public

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A hunting permit issued by provincial governments

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A license for importing firearms from the United States

Question 2

Which government agency is responsible for issuing the Possession and Acquisition License (PAL) in Canada?

Accepted Answer

RCMP Canadian Firearms Program

Answer

Canada Border Services Agency

Answer

Provincial police forces

Answer

Department of National Defence

Question 3

Before purchasing a firearm from a licensed retailer, a buyer must:

Accepted Answer

Present a valid PAL to the seller

Answer

Show a valid provincial hunting license

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Provide two personal character references

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Complete a separate background check at the store

Question 4

How long is a standard PAL valid before it must be renewed?

Accepted Answer

5 years

Answer

1 year

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3 years

Answer

10 years

Question 5

Which of the following persons is NOT eligible to obtain a PAL in Canada?

Accepted Answer

A person with a recent history of domestic violence

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A person who completed and passed the CFSC

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A person aged 18 or older with no criminal record

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A person who completed the required safety training

Question 6

What must a private seller verify before transferring a non-restricted firearm to another person?

Accepted Answer

That the buyer holds a valid PAL

Answer

That the buyer has a provincial hunting license

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That the buyer is over 21 years of age

Answer

That the buyer has registered their address with police