Frequently Asked Questions
Storing, Transporting and Displaying Firearms - RCMP fact sheet
Other Legal Questions - RCMP Fact Sheet
Q: What is the price for a course?
A: Prices are usually $130 per course (depending on location), or $240 for both.
Q: Are there many female participants in the courses?
A: Yes! In most courses women make up approximately 30-50% of the participants.
Q: Can I challenge the course/test?
A: No. As of June 21st, 2015 challenges are no longer allowed in Canada.
Q: Can I take only the restricted course?
A: No. You must pass (or have passed) the non-restricted in order to take the restricted.
Q: Can I purchase a gift certificate for a course as a present for someone?
A: Yes.
Q: Will you come to my town to do a course?
A: Yes. But you will need a minimum of 10 people, and an appropriate facility (i.e. community hall, large office, classrooms, shop, etc). Get a group of friends, coworkers or a sports team together. More people will be interested than you might think! (And a lot of spouses are interested as well)
Q: Can a person under 18:
Take non-restricted course: Yes
Take restricted course: No
Q: I passed the course. Can I go buy firearms now?
A: No. You passed the course, allowing you to apply for your PAL (Possession and Acquisition Licence). The process usually takes a minimum of 6 weeks if you apply with everything perfectly filled out. Double check the application! Once you receive your PAL in the mail, you can then purchase ammunition and the class of firearms which your PAL specifies.
Q: Okay, I have my PAL now. Does this mean I can go hunting in Alberta?
A: No. You must have taken and passed the Alberta Hunter Education Course. It can be taken through an instructor (we teach it in Stettler: the best way to learn, with an experienced instructor to answer questions you may have)
Disclaimer: The information provided on this website is not meant to be legal advice. If needed, please contact your local RCMP detachment or the Canadian Firearms Program in Miramichi (1-800-731-4000).
Other Legal Questions - RCMP Fact Sheet
Q: What is the price for a course?
A: Prices are usually $130 per course (depending on location), or $240 for both.
Q: Are there many female participants in the courses?
A: Yes! In most courses women make up approximately 30-50% of the participants.
Q: Can I challenge the course/test?
A: No. As of June 21st, 2015 challenges are no longer allowed in Canada.
Q: Can I take only the restricted course?
A: No. You must pass (or have passed) the non-restricted in order to take the restricted.
Q: Can I purchase a gift certificate for a course as a present for someone?
A: Yes.
Q: Will you come to my town to do a course?
A: Yes. But you will need a minimum of 10 people, and an appropriate facility (i.e. community hall, large office, classrooms, shop, etc). Get a group of friends, coworkers or a sports team together. More people will be interested than you might think! (And a lot of spouses are interested as well)
Q: Can a person under 18:
Take non-restricted course: Yes
Take restricted course: No
Q: I passed the course. Can I go buy firearms now?
A: No. You passed the course, allowing you to apply for your PAL (Possession and Acquisition Licence). The process usually takes a minimum of 6 weeks if you apply with everything perfectly filled out. Double check the application! Once you receive your PAL in the mail, you can then purchase ammunition and the class of firearms which your PAL specifies.
Q: Okay, I have my PAL now. Does this mean I can go hunting in Alberta?
A: No. You must have taken and passed the Alberta Hunter Education Course. It can be taken through an instructor (we teach it in Stettler: the best way to learn, with an experienced instructor to answer questions you may have)
Disclaimer: The information provided on this website is not meant to be legal advice. If needed, please contact your local RCMP detachment or the Canadian Firearms Program in Miramichi (1-800-731-4000).
