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Classes of firearms

Information about the three different classes of firearms in Canada, antique firearms, classifying and re-classifying firearms, maximum magazine capacity, solvent traps, and specific types of firearms and their requirements.

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Classes of firearms in Canada

Information on the three different classes of firearms in Canada: non-restricted, restricted and prohibited.

Classifying and re-classifying firearms

Information about the classification of firearms process and applicable regulations.

Maximum permitted magazine capacity

Information on the maximum permitted magazine capacity in Canada.

Solvent traps

Information about characteristics of solvent traps and Section 84(1) of the Criminal Code.

Specific types of firearms

Details on various firearm types: air guns, antique firearms, black powder firearms, crossbows, flare guns, kit guns, conversion kits, receiver blanks, and replica firearms.

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