Restricted Firearms and Military Assault Weapons

Controls on Restricted Firearms (including Handguns)

The Firearms Act and its regulations include specific measures for firearms that are classified as restricted. Click here to find more about controls on restricted firearms including handguns.

Restrictions on Military Assault Weapons

Military weapons are not designed for hunting or target shooting, but for killing people during combat and are easy to use. They have no place in the hands of civilians. Click here to learn about Canadian controls on these firearms.