Grandfathering Firearms & Safe Storage | New Gun Control in Canada | Bill C-21 Part 2

Published on February 17, 2021
Duration: 18:26

This video, part two of a series on Canada's Bill C-21, details the proposed grandfathering provisions for firearms, new safe storage requirements, and other aspects of the legislation. The speaker, an experienced firearms instructor, explains the implications for current firearm owners, the potential shift towards requiring actual safes over locking cabinets, and the government's rationale for these changes, drawing parallels to international buyback programs. The content emphasizes the importance of responsible firearm ownership and safe storage practices.

Quick Summary

Canada's Bill C-21 proposes grandfathering provisions, allowing current owners to keep legally acquired prohibited firearms under new regulations. New safe storage laws are also expected, likely requiring actual safes or vaults instead of simple locked containers, aiming to increase compliance and prevent unauthorized access.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Bill C-21 Series
  2. 00:31Grandfathering Provisions Explained
  3. 01:37The Concept of Grandfathering
  4. 03:08Grandfathering in Past Bans
  5. 06:00New Grandfathering Rules
  6. 07:14Why Grandfathering?
  7. 08:08Learning from International Buybacks
  8. 09:05Increasing Compliance
  9. 11:37Safe Storage Requirements
  10. 13:23Transition to Safe Storage Discussion
  11. 14:12Importance of Secure Storage
  12. 16:12Future of Safe Storage
  13. 17:07Where to Find More Information

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the proposed grandfathering provisions in Canada's Bill C-21?

Bill C-21 proposes allowing current owners to keep legally acquired prohibited firearms. This means instead of a mandatory buyback or destruction, owners may be able to retain their firearms under new regulations, though specific conditions will apply.

How will safe storage laws change under Bill C-21 in Canada?

The proposed safe storage laws under Bill C-21 are expected to require more than just a locked container. It's anticipated that owners will need to use actual safes or vaults for storing firearms, potentially applying to both restricted and non-restricted categories.

Why is the Canadian government including grandfathering in Bill C-21?

The government likely included grandfathering to increase compliance with firearm bans. This approach aims to learn from international mandatory buyback programs, which saw low participation, by offering owners a legal option to keep their firearms under new rules.

Can firearms be inherited in Canada under Bill C-21?

Bill C-21 may restrict the inheritance of firearms. While exceptions might exist for certain historical handguns, most firearms would likely need to be sold to a licensed dealer or deactivated upon the owner's death to be passed on.

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