PAL/RPAL is the license for both non-restricted and restricted firearms and requires completion of the 2-day Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course (CRFSC). This course costs $225. This course costs $225.
There are two versions of this course: 1) 30-Day Upgrade To RPAL (CRFSC) - $149.99* This course must be taken within 30 days after your Obtain My PAL (CFSC). It is designed to be paired with your Obtain My PAL. It includes 7-8 hours of Instruction & Testing. OR. 2) Standalone Upgrade To RPAL (CRFSC) - $189.99*
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE? That is a reasonable question, and one that comes up a lot. The CFSC course material states that it takes 2-3 months to get you PAL. In reality there are a few factors: 1. How long it takes to find an instructor/course (with openings) Pre-COVID. It was pretty easy to find a course in the Ottawa area with openings.
Then - take PAL course (CFSC and/or CRFSC safety training). Upon successful completion of your safety training you may fill in application form (5592 if you are 18+ or 5485 for minors) and send it to RCMP. More precisely: Take a safety course and get certificate; Fill out an application form 5592 or 5485 (for minors);
Licence type | Licence count |
---|---|
Possession and Acquisition Licence (PAL) | 453,832 |
Minor's Licence | 4,543 |
Total | 458,375 |
If you have not received information concerning your application within those time frames, you can call the RCMP Firearms Program at 1-800-731-4000 and one of their client representatives will check the reason for the delay.
If you are waiting for a registration of a firearm it can take 30 days. If you have not received information concerning your application within those time frames, you can call the RCMP Firearms Program at 1-800-731-4000 and one of their client representatives will check the reason for the delay. If it is a renewal you are waiting ...
The classroom setting for the PAL Certification is very learner friendly, not a bad seat in the room. Each student is able to view an extensive display of any gear during the class and the instructor is able to demonstrate how to use in person as well as on the big screen TV.
We encourage all students to read the PAL manual before the class, write down any questions that they can think of and study the ACTS and PROVE acronyms.
The One-Stop program is offered on a monthly/bi-monthly basis typically on a weekend from approximately 8:00am – 6:00pm each day. If you intend to go bow-hunting only, then taking the 1st portion (CFSC) of the One-Stop program is not mandatory.
The Ontario Hunter Education Program is administered by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources in partnership with the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters. In 1960, Ontario became the first Canadian province to establish a mandatory Ontario Hunter Education course that included training on safe and responsible hunting.
For others, hunting is a recreational activity that provides an opportunity to further friendships and camaraderie, an opportunity to experience nature and relax in the outdoors and to make an important contribution to conservation.
That is a reasonable question, and one that comes up a lot. The CFSC course material states that it takes 2-3 months to get you PAL. In reality there are a few factors: 1. How long it takes to find an instructor/course (with openings) It was pretty easy to find a course in the Ottawa area with openings.
Based on feedback from previous students, it took two weeks after the course finished for students to receive their course results in the mail.
How to get your PAL license? First, assess your eligibility (you need to live 5 years in Canada before applying, you cannot have criminal records or prohibitions to own firearms etc.) Then - take PAL course (CFSC and/or CRFSC safety training).
Unfortunately, no. Even though long-gun registry disestablished, it is still required to pass firearms safety training and get at least a non-restricted PAL license. It is not just a red tape: otherwise RCMP cannot guarantee that you can use firearms safely.
No, your CFSC/CRFSC certificates are good forever. Theoretically you may even lose your safety training certificate, RCMP will still have that in their records. But you will have to use 5592 form instead of 5614.
Plus some guns are restricted because of RCMP decision. Prohibited category includes: fully automatic firearms, handguns designed for concealed carry ( shorter than 105mm or in .25 and .32 calibre), sawed-off rifles and shotguns.
The photo must be up to date (not older than 12 months); Size: the photo should be no larger than 45 mm x 57 mm (1 3/4 in. x 2 1/4 in.). Your head must be at least 30 mm (1 3/16 in.) high. You should cut the photograph to fulfil the size requirements;
HeartCode® PALS Online is a self-directed, comprehensive eLearning program that uses adaptive learning technology to allow learners to acquire and demonstrate Pediatric Advanced Life Support skills using a personalized learning path that adapts in real time to a learner’s performance.
HeartCode® PALS Online is a self-directed, comprehensive eLearning program that uses adaptive learning technology to allow learners to acquire and demonstrate Pediatric Advanced Life Support skills using a personalized learning path that adapts in real time to a learner’s performance.
Healthcare professionals and other personnel who need to know how to perform CPR and other advanced cardiovascular life support skills in a wide variety of in hospital and pre-hospital settings.
Students must show appropriate identification when attending the PAL Course (CFSC) / RPAL Course (CRFSC) courses or examinations. Acceptable Photo Identification is: 1 Any recognized government identification (Military, Ministry etc.) 2 Passport (any Country) 3 Driver’s Licence (any province) 4 Ontario Photo Card (or other government-issued provincial photo identification) 5 A letter from the bishop of the Mennonite community can also be accepted as identification. A copy of the letter shall be submitted to the PAL course instructor.
It is strongly recommended that you purchase or download manuals (for free) in advance of their course (s) so they have time to read or review the material prior to attending the course.
The Firearms Act requires that individuals wishing to acquire non-restricted firearms must take the Canadian Firearms Safety Course (CFSC) and pass the tests in order to apply for you PAL firearms licence.
Yes. The CFSC is a federal course. It does not matter what province you take it in. Many students travel from Quebec to take the course with us in here in Ontario.
Minors are permitted to take the CRFSC with written consent from their parent or legal guardian , provided they have successfully completed the CFSC. The written consent must be provided in advance of course delivery. As a Minor’s Licence does not include restricted privileges, participation in the CRFSC is for education purposes only and minors shall not be permitted to complete the written or practical examination for the CRFSC.