FAQ
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What is the minimum age requirement?
Anyone 12 and up may take Canadian Firearms Safety Course
You must be 18+ to take Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course
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How long are courses? What time do courses start? Can I take CFSC and CRFSC on the same day?
Please arrive at 8:45am.
Courses start at 9:00am sharp. Late arrivals are not permitted.
CFSC and CRFSC cannot be done in one day.
Canadian Firearms Safety Course (CFSC) is 8 hours instruction time.
Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course (CRFSC) is up to 6 hours instruction time.
CFSC and CRFSC instruction time will be immediately followed by about 90 minutes of Written & Practical testing.
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Where is training held?
All courses are held at our Training Center in Edmonton, Alberta.
Small class sizes give you plenty of 1-on-1 time with our instructors.
Located in South Edmonton at the Ellwood Business Center, our Training Center has elevator access with nearby amenities.
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Can I take ONLY the Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course (CRFSC)?
Passing CFSC prior to attending CRFSC or having a valid Non-Restricted firearms licence (PAL) is a prerequisite.
You must be at least 18 to attend the Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course (CRFSC).
For more information on the CRFSC, visit our Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course page.
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Can I reschedule / change my course date?
Course reschedules or changes are limited to a maximum of 2 instances and subject to a rescheduling fee ($40 + GST) automatically charged to your original payment method.
Exceeding maximum number of course reschedules or changes will result in forfeiture of all course fees.
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What is the cancellation policy?
All course changes, rescheduling and/or cancellations require minimum of 72 hours notice prior to your course date in order to reschedule for another day. Sorry, no refunds.
Failure to show up for a course without prior notice (minimum 72 hours) to PAL Safety Training will result in forfeiture of all course fees. -
What happens if I fail the course?
Please discuss available options and fees with your instructor.
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Are ONLINE ONLY courses available?
No, you must pass in-person written and practical exams before you can apply for your PAL or R/PAL.
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Additional Firearms Information: PAL Application, Firearms Reference Table, Bill C-21 & Bill C-71:
RCMP - First Time PAL Application (online)
RCMP - Form 5592 - PAL Application, Aged 18 and Over
RCMP - Minor's Licence (between 12 and 17 years old)
RCMP - Form 5515e - Document Replacement
RCMP - Individual Web Services
RCMP - Firearms Reference Table
RCMP - History of Firearms in Canada
C-21 - New Law - Effective Dec 15, 2023
RCMP - Bill C-21 - Received Royal Assent Dec 15, 2023
C-21 - Proposed Firearms Act Changes
RCMP - Bill C-71 Changes - What You Need to Know
C-71 - Registry Changes Effective May 18, 2022
2022-03-16 Canada Gazette Part II, Vol. 156, No. 6
Page 867, Section (3): The amnesty period begins on May 1, 2020 and ends on October 30, 2023.