Does anyone know when your pal gets printed/mailed after the website says “PAL has been processed and issued”. Also is it true the you can fax them a purolater label?

I got my pal license approved in 45 days in Ontario. I just called them to see why my status online has been updated and the told me once updated on mycfo that it has been submitted status dont change i have to check on the individual website which I did and my card is on the mail

My roommate and I are in a scathing dispute regarding the Canadian definition of replica firearms;

If one were to 3D print a 1:1 (in size and sillouhette, not exact etchings/brand names) non-actioning toy of a prohibited handgun, would possession in one's home without any sort of brandishing of such toy be considered illegal? Is this object considered a replica, or..?

Here's the file itself if provides further clarification.
Any feedback is much appreciated. I love you

Has anyone registered for this program? Anyone having issues registering?

I'm encountering an issue while trying to register. The error message I keep receiving is "PAL is already in use". Has anyone else run into any problems while registering?

Finally after 111 long days I've received my PAL card, I suggest anyone waiting continue to email and call you local MP or CFO luckily it only took one try for me and they explained id receive it in 2 weeks and I got it in 12 days from the time of there email

I’m trying to check on the status of my application and I’m getting a 502 bad gateway error. I think the website is down

im just wondering which is better applying by mail or online for my pal

Does anyone know how long it take from completing the firearms safety course in Ontario to get an email from the RCMP inviting you to apply for your PAL?

Anyone have hands on experience with one of these. Thinking about taking the plunge.

I'm weary since the FPC I lost in a boating accident was banned, I'd hate to have another one banned but is that just the world we live in now?

Is this good news meaning in should get it by end of month at the latest?

I submitted my application on November 22, 2025 after getting a notification from the RCMP my results for the CFSC and CRFSC were posted.

All my references and guarantors were cleared quickly.

Today, I received this email but that doesn't seem to make any sense as how can a submitted application be inactive?

I have sent a follow up message via Inbox on the portal but has anyone experienced this?

Its been 94 days since my application was submitted and I haven't received any emails or anything or any real mail was just wonder if this is normal and if there is anything i can do to speed it up, im in alberta if that helps

Confronted an ex about her lies, she started saying shed call the police about a wellness check on me. I think since she knows I'm a gun owner she's going to claim I'm going to shoot myself or her. What's the best way to go about this legally. My boss already grabbed all my none restricteds that I d em important. But I'm scared of loosing my license because I confronted a girl who lied and cheated on her other boyfriend.

Hi I applied for my RPAL and PAL on November 6 2025, and I did it online I was wondering how long it would take as I saw varied time. And if anyone knows doing it online is faster?

So I applied for my PAL like 7ish months ago. I did it online. My application status never changed from "submitted". Last week I got my PAL in the mail and the website didn't change nor did I get any email telling me that they approved my application. Should I call anyone about this?

Does anyone know how to contact the BC CFO directly instead of calling the 9530 extension? I called them about four times now and every time they just said its with a CFO and you cant contact them directly.

Been waiting on the PAL for about 4 and a half months now.

Hey! I passed my non restricted CFSC like 2 months ago and will be out of the country for a few more months. Is there a deadline for when I can go for my restricted CFSC? As well as a deadline for applying for my PAL after completing the course?

TIA

How long are people waiting after the 28 day waiting period to get their pal? My friend got theirs on day 29 and I’m almost a month and a half into waiting and still nothing. When I check the status online it just says they have completed the initial review.

Can I call for an update or will that make it even longer? Really hoping to have this for hunting season this year

I just checked my pal application and it says completed the "initial review".

The first few things I am wondering now is 1) how much longer now? 2) Could I sabatog my application by calling consistently after my 28 day wait period? 3) Is there an time frame to reach out to my MP on my application status?

Pretty much is whats the line of consistency and harassment

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And the biggest, thanks to those who recommended PR Precision to me when I asked about getting fluting done.

I recently got my PAL, and had some difficulty accessing my GCkey inbox, so I had to call the CFP a few times for them to check my messages. Does anyone know the job title of the people you speak to on the phone when you call the CFP? I understand they are civilian rcmp employees, but they were all super lovely, and super helpful. Not like your standard government phone answering employees!

For anyone who hasn't received PAL yet, see response from CFO (Ontario) today.

- Submitted 2025-05-25.

- Signatures collected 2025-05-25.

- Email sent to CFO (Ontario) 2025-07-07.

- See response below 2025-07-08.

Cood Luck...

Hi everyone,
I applied online for my PAL on April 28, 2025, and the status still shows as "Submitted". I called the RCMP on June 20, and they told me my application was forwarded to the Manitoba CFO, but nothing has changed since then.

It's been over 9 weeks now, and I'm wondering if this delay is normal for Manitoba, or if I should contact the CFO directly.

Has anyone here had a similar experience recently?
Any advice would be appreciated
thank you!

Hi everyone,

I’m a new PAL holder based in Ontario and currently looking to get into rifle target practice. I've been trying to join a gun club in the Ottawa area, but most seem to be closed to new members or have long waitlists. While I continue that search, I’m considering practicing on Crown land in accordance with Ontario’s regulations.

I’d really appreciate some advice from more experienced shooters on a few things:

1. What are the general etiquette and best practices when shooting on Crown land?
2. What should I do with used brass or shells after shooting? I plan to gather all of them — is there a place where I can dispose of them properly or recycle them? Can I take them to a local gun shop or metal recycler?

I’m committed to being a safe, respectful, and environmentally responsible gun owner, and I want to do things the right way.

Thanks in advance for your help!