The Trudeau government adds 179 new firearms to its prohibited weapons list, escalating a campaign that has already seen over 2,500 firearms banned since 2020. Associate Public Safety Minister Rachel Bendayan identifies the newly prohibited models as “assault-style” firearms, targeting semi-automatic weapons with rapid-fire capabilities and large magazine capacities, including varying models of the historically significant M1 carbine.
The government is extending the amnesty for current owners until March 1, 2026, as details about a mandatory buyback program remain uncertain. This measure and the overall gun control initiative draw varied reactions, with gun control advocates praising the prohibitions, while gun rights organizations express deep concern over the impact on law-abiding citizens. As the government prepares for additional announcements in the coming spring, the complexities of firearm classification in Canada remain significant challenges for both lawmakers and citizens.
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