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PDF (New Window)| Record #: OCR1989 | Last Full Update: 11 Apr 2018 |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Office Phone | Toll free 1-800-731-4000 |
| Fax | 613-825-0297 |
| cfp-pcaf@rcmp-grc.gc.ca | |
| Website | www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/cfp |
| Site Information | |
| Located In Community | Ottawa |
| Address & Map | |
| Mailing Address | c/o Royal Canadian Mounted Police Canadian Firearms Program Ottawa, ON K1A 0R2 |
| Physical Access | Not Applicable |
| Transportation | No |
| Agency Information | |
| Legal Status | (40) Federal Government |
| Funding | Federal ; Fees |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | Oversees the administration of the Firearms Act * the Act requires all firearm owners to hold a valid firearms licence and restricted and prohibited firearms to be registered * licence applicants must meet safety-training requirements and pass security screening to ensure they do not pose a safety threat to themselves or others Provides direct operational and technical firearms-related support to law enforcement across Canada * supports front line police agencies in gathering evidence, as well as investigating and prosecuting persons or organizations involved in the illegal movement and criminal use of firearms |
| Hours | Irregular, call for details. |
| Areas Served | Canada |
| Eligibility | Ages: 12 year(s) and up In order to apply for a Minor's Firearms Licence, the applicant must be at least 12 years old * in order to apply for a Possession and Acquisition Licence, the applicant must be at least 18 years old |
| Application | Forms available on the website |
| Languages | English ; French |
| Fees | Program ; Method(s) of Payment Accepted - See website |
| Categories and Classification | |
| Service Categories | Dangerous Weapons Control ~ Gun Violence Issues ; Firearm Permits ~ Royal Canadian Mounted Police |
