In Canada, firearm ownership is strictly regulated by the Firearms Act and Criminal Code, requiring an Authorization to Carry (ATC) license for possession and purchase of approved firearms. Recent legislation has banned hundreds of firearm models, with further bans implemented in May 2020, December 2024, and projected for 2025. New laws from April 2025 will empower authorities to seize firearms from individuals deemed ineligible, such as those accused of domestic abuse. Self-defense with a firearm is permitted only if the force used is reasonable and proportional to the threat, and must adhere to licensing regulations; using an illegal firearm for self-defense carries criminal liability.
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