The Carney government's national firearm 'buyback' program faces major hurdles as Alberta and Saskatchewan reject it and a pilot project yields minimal results. Critics call it misguided.
The federal government has launched its firearms compensation program, setting aside $250 million. Gun owners have until the end of March to declare participation for a chance at payment.
Canada's federal firearm buyback program launches January 20, 2026. Gun owners have until March 31 to register prohibited firearms for compensation. Learn the key details.
The Canadian government will unveil details of its national firearm buyback program in Montreal. The $700M+ initiative faces criticism from several provinces over its efficiency and cost.
A 40-year-old Fort Chipewyan man is in custody after allegedly fleeing RCMP and being found with firearms. Steven Whitehead faces six charges including flight from police.
The Manitoba government announces it will not administer Ottawa's gun buyback program, citing jurisdictional overreach. Get the details on the provincial stance and federal implications.
A Kingston, Ont. resident is facing serious firearms charges following a police response to a distress call. Get the latest details on the arrest and charges.
Maskwacis RCMP arrested five individuals and seized methamphetamine, a loaded shotgun, and other weapons during a traffic stop. Learn about the charges and the ongoing fight against gun crime in the community.
Canada Border Services Agency officers intercepted multiple firearms and ammunition at the Ambassador Bridge in Windsor. Get the full details on this significant border security incident.
Two men from York Region face charges after a police raid in Vaughan allegedly uncovered six firearms, ammunition, and a silencer. Get the full details on the January 9th operation.
B.C. police chiefs express concerns about the readiness of federal software for the firearms buyback program, recommending mobile collection units as a primary solution. Read the latest.
Nishnawbe Aski Police seize cocaine and firearms in a remote First Nation community. Two individuals are now facing multiple criminal charges. Read the full details.
Greater Sudbury Police executed a search warrant, seizing multiple firearms and a significant quantity of illicit drugs and cash. Learn the details of this major operation.
Ontario is considering a landmark ban on cosmetic animal surgeries like declawing cats and debarking dogs. Learn about the proposed changes and their impact on pet welfare.
Timmins police seized a loaded handgun, drugs, cash, and a stolen SUV in a significant raid on January 11. Get the details on this major Northern Ontario drug bust.
Ontario Provincial Police executed two search warrants in Tay Township and Midland, seizing illegal drugs, firearms, and a stolen vehicle. One suspect faces multiple charges.
A Phase 2 parking ban for Edmonton residential and industrial areas starts Monday, January 12, 2026, at 7 a.m. Learn the details and how to comply.
A six-week federal firearms buyback pilot in Cape Breton collected just 25 guns, far below the 200 target, at a cost of nearly $6,000 per weapon. Despite the poor results, the program is set to expand nationwide.
RCMP in Nova Scotia have arrested a woman and confiscated firearms following a police search. Get the latest details on the incident and law enforcement's actions.
Saskatchewan's Firearms Commissioner criticizes the Mark Carney government's failed long-gun buyback pilot. Learn why the program is called wasteful and what it means for Canadian gun owners.
A federal firearms buyback pilot in Cape Breton collected 25 guns from 16 owners, paying $26,535 in compensation. The government is analyzing data before a national rollout.
A federal pilot program in Cape Breton saw 16 participants surrender 25 prohibited firearms for $26,535 in compensation. The national rollout is set for later this month.
A federal gun buyback pilot program in Nova Scotia collected just 25 firearms, far short of its 200-gun target. Despite the failure, the Liberal government plans a national expansion.
The federal government has quietly reversed its ban on exporting single-use plastics just before Christmas 2025. The move, citing tariffs and supply chain issues, signals a shift in environmental policy. Read the full analysis.
Edmonton activates a city-wide Phase 2 residential parking ban starting Monday, January 11, 2026, following four major snowfalls. Non-compliance risks a $250 ticket. Learn the schedule and rules.
Ottawa's pilot program collected 25 prohibited guns as Quebec pledges support with a $12M federal compensation deal. Learn about provincial reactions and the national rollout plan.
A 39-year-old Edmonton man with a violent past received a three-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to charges including possession of a loaded 3D-printed firearm. Read the full details of the case.
Prince Edward Island RCMP have made a significant seizure of crystal methamphetamine and replica firearms in Kinkora. Get the details on the police operation and public safety implications.
Municipalities in Waterloo Region and Wilmot Township have declared snow events, implementing overnight parking bans. Residents must move vehicles off streets to allow for plowing.
First Nations police executed a search warrant in Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, seizing rifles, shotguns, replica handguns, and ammunition. Details on the December 28 operation.