Federal Firearms Buyback Program Launches with March Deadline
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.
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 White House has abandoned its controversial proposal to combine the ATF and DEA. Learn about the bipartisan opposition that led to this reversal and its implications for gun policy.
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.
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.
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.
Chestermere RCMP seized a realistic water gun from youths, sparking a public safety warning about the dangers of replica firearms. Learn the details and police advice.
The co-founders of SSENSE have repurchased the Montreal-based luxury fashion platform. Discover the details of this major business move and its local impact.
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.
York police recovered a loaded firearm after boxing in a stolen vehicle in Vaughan. The incident occurred early Saturday morning following a commercial break-in. Read the full details.
A Parkland County man received a $1,500 fine after his carelessly stored handgun was stolen and used in the 2022 Ertale Lounge mass shooting in Edmonton. Learn the details of the case and the court's ruling.
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.
RCMP in Lloydminster have laid a charge after a person allegedly pointed an imitation firearm at individuals at City Hall. Get the latest details on this alarming public safety incident.
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.
Ontario Provincial Police have laid an attempted murder charge following a firearms-related incident on Manitoulin Island. One suspect faces multiple offences.
A Windsor man is headed to prison for a 2023 shooting on Pierre Avenue, described by the court as bringing a gun to a fist fight. Get the full details on the sentencing.
Calgary police warn of a significant increase in shootings and gun violence tied to gang conflicts. Authorities are urging community vigilance and cooperation.
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.
The Canadian federal government announces financial support for Quebec's firearm buyback initiative. Learn about the program's details and its impact on public safety.
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.
Jordan Agostino, 30, arrested on Christmas Day in Toronto, faces slew of charges including weapons and trafficking. The Thunder Bay man was previously released on bail in a major drug bust case.
A viral video of a man wielding a sword in Trinity Bellwoods Park highlights police challenges, while a separate surge of real gun seizures across the GTA underscores a more dangerous trend.
Toronto police are investigating three separate incidents of firearm discharges in Scarborough on January 6, 2026, including two in the same neighbourhood. No injuries reported.
A London man is facing multiple firearm-related charges after police were called to assist with a medical emergency. The incident highlights the intersection of public health and safety enforcement.
Toronto police arrested a suspect and recovered a firearm after a man was fatally shot inside a bus at the Yorkdale GO bus terminal on January 4, 2026. Details on the investigation.
RCMP are investigating a report of gunshots in North Preston, Nova Scotia. Police responded to the scene and are asking the public for information.
A U.S. appeals court has ruled California's ban on openly carrying firearms in populous areas unconstitutional. Explore the legal battle and its implications for gun rights in Canada and beyond.
A Guelph woman faces serious charges after allegedly pointing a firearm at police officers. Get the latest details on this developing incident.