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Firearms Licensing Course in Edmonton
Whether you've had a lot of experience with firearms in the past, or have never touched one in your life, this is the safe and fun place to take your Firearms Safety Course in Edmonton and get your firearms licence!
Firearms are a big part of our Canadian history and our culture. Many people choose to get their firearms licence because they are interested in sport target shooting, sustainable hunting, or collecting (historic) firearms. The Government of Canada mandates that anyone who wants to own, acquire or use firearms in Canada must have a Possession and Acquisition Licence (PAL or RPAL). The Canadian Firearms Safety Course is the mandatory training program which permits you to apply your PAL (for non-restricted firearms), or RPAL (for restricted firearms). For an explanation on the whole process of acquiring your licence, please see our article: How to get your Canadian Firearms Licence
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Canadian Non-Restricted Firearms Safety Course
The Canadian Non-Restricted Firearms Safety Course (CFSC) teaches you everything you need to know to feel confident in handling non-restricted firearms, and to equip you for your licensing exam to get your PAL. The exam is conducted at the end of the course and is included in the price. Minimum age to attend the course is 12 years old, but you must be 18 to be tested and to apply for your license. Read more about our instructors and the course history.
Topics covered in the CFSC include:
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The evolution of firearms, major parts, types and actions
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Basic firearms safety practices
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Ammunition
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Operating firearm actions
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Safe handling and carry procedures
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Firing techniques and procedures
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Care of non-restricted firearms
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Responsibilities of the firearms owner/user
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Safe storage, display, transportation and handling of non-restricted firearm
Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course
The Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course (CRFSC) teaches you about restricted firearms, primarily handguns, to equip you to take your licensing exam to get your RPAL. The exam is conducted at the end of the course and is included in the price. Minimum age to attend and apply for your license is 18 years old. Read more about our instructors and the course history.
Prerequisite: The successful completion of the non restricted Canadian firearms safety program (PAL) is required as a prerequisite to the restricted class. Students are required to receive this and proof of completion (PAL card or course report) will be required at the start of class.
Topics covered in the CRFSC include:
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The evolution of firearms, major parts, types and actions
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Basic firearms safety practices
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Ammunition
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Operating handgun actions
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Firing techniques and procedures for handguns
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Care of restricted firearms
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Responsibilities of the firearms owner/user
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Safe storage, display, transportation and handling of restricted firearms
More about the Course
History
The Canadian Firearms Safety Course was developed in partnership with the provinces and territories, national organizations with an ongoing interest in firearms safety, and many firearms and hunter education course instructors from across Canada. This course was developed to meet the mandatory requirements of section 7 of the Firearms Act, and the contents are published by the Canadian RCMP. In accordance with the Firearms Act, a firearms safety course focusing on restricted firearms (primarily handguns) was developed and implemented on February 1, 1999. The legislation stipulates that individuals wishing to acquire restricted firearms must take the CFSC and the CRFSC and pass the tests.
All instructors must be certified through the Alberta Hunter Education Instructors' Association in order to teach this program.
General Course Logistics
Please, DO NOT bring live ammunition to the program at any time. Please, DO NOT bring your own firearms. These are provided in the training program.
The test is conducted at the end of the course and is included. The test components are comprised of a written and firearms handling proficiency test, 80% must be achieved to pass.
Respect for all students is expected no matter what level of experience. Come with a positive attitude to learn and meet new people. Political points of view are not part of the curriculum. The class is spacious and allows for the best learning opportunity. Wear comfortable clothing for handling and positional practice. We have multiple medial learning options to give you the best program we can. The firearms you learn on are in excellent shape and relevant.