Submitted by Site_Admin on Sun, 05/17/2020 - 10:49
Your PAL is good for 5 years. After that, you can renew it on the RCMP's Web Site or use the PAL Renewal Form Give yourself at least 3-6 months before the expiration of your PAL to allow for processing.
Submitted by Site_Admin on Sun, 05/17/2020 - 10:43
Once you have passed your examinations, filled out your Possession & Acquisition License (PAL) Application Form and send it into the RCMP there is a 28 day waiting period. After that your application will start to be processed. It can can take 3 – 6 months before your PAL is sent out to you.
Submitted by Site_Admin on Sun, 05/17/2020 - 10:36
We are only able to give the course, and exams, in English. Other instructors may be able to accommodate other languages to deliver the course in, but even so, the Exams may ONLY be given in ENGLISH or FRENCH.
Submitted by Site_Admin on Sun, 05/17/2020 - 10:25
There are 4 exams in total: 2 EXAMS for each of the 2 Courses
Canadian Firearms Safety Course (CFSC, Non-Restricted):
Practical Exam (Multiple Choice)
Practical Test
Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course (CRFSC):
Practical Exam (Multiple Choice)
Practical Test
The passing mark in each is 80%, and you must pass both exams to pass each course. You must pass the Non-Restricted Course to Pass the Restricted Course.
Submitted by Site_Admin on Sun, 05/17/2020 - 10:17
No, by RCMP regulations, all firearms are DISABLED (unable to fire) and only DUMMY ammunition is allowed. No firearms or ammunition capable of being fired are even allowed in the room.