CRFSC Licensing, Authorization and Registration

Question 1

What licence is required in Canada to possess a restricted firearm such as a handgun?

Accepted Answer

RPAL (Restricted PAL)

Answer

PAL (Possession and Acquisition Licence)

Answer

ATT only

Answer

FAC (Firearms Acquisition Certificate)

Question 2

Which course must be completed before applying for a Restricted PAL in Canada?

Accepted Answer

CRFSC (Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course) in addition to CFSC

Answer

CFSC (Canadian Firearms Safety Course) only

Answer

Any online firearms course

Answer

A provincial hunting licence course

Question 3

What is the minimum age to apply for a Restricted PAL in Canada?

Accepted Answer

18 years old

Answer

16 years old

Answer

19 years old

Answer

21 years old

Question 4

How long is a Canadian Possession and Acquisition Licence (PAL) valid before renewal?

Accepted Answer

5 years

Answer

3 years

Answer

10 years

Answer

It never expires

Question 5

What government body issues the PAL and RPAL in Canada?

Accepted Answer

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)

Answer

Provincial police services

Answer

Transport Canada

Answer

The Canadian Firearms Advisory Committee

Question 6

What background check element can result in a PAL application being denied?

Accepted Answer

A history of violent behaviour, restraining orders, or certain criminal convictions

Answer

Having a driver's licence suspension

Answer

Being self-employed

Answer

Having unpaid parking tickets