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[SIGP2101]

Hi all.

I just joined this forum. I am from Ottawa, Canada, Ontario. So far only two Colts in my collection. Antique 1849 Pocket, and Buntline Scout in .22 LR.

Have a good day, eeey

[DFrame]

Welcome to the forum. Every collection starts with one, and you'e off to a good start. Post pix if you're able. All colt stuff welcome here.

[loadedround45]

I would also like to welcome you to the Colt Forum. I for one are very fond of our Canadian Brothers to the North of us. [img]/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]

[magnumtrails]

I didn't know that canadian's could still own a handgun. How hard is it to start a collection? [img]/forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif[/img]

[SIGP2101]

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I didn't know that canadian's could still own a handgun. How hard is it to start a collection? [img]/forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif[/img]

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It is not that complicated but it takes a time. Only two legal reasons to own HG in Canada are collecting, and target shooting. To be able to purchase the gun you have to be licensed and authorised, document is called PAL. (Possession and Acquisition Licence) In order to get it you have to take course and pass exam, then you submit application that is to be approved and PAL issued. Then you have to join the club and apply for an ATT. Which is authorisation to transport. Only then you can acquire a handgun from the shop or privately. But you do not get to get it home yet, shop initiate process of registration and only if you are approved again short term ATT will be issued to you so you can transport it at home. Do not even ask about rules for transportation and storage once you get it home.

[bmcgilvray]

Thanks for the run-down on how Canadians purchase their handguns. Welcome to the Forum (bit late).

Bryan McGilvray