General Information
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About This Site
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Firearm owners with a valid firearms licence or
Firearms Acquisition Certificate (FAC) can now apply
to register their firearms on-line for free.
What you can do using our electronic services
You may use our electronic services to submit an on-line application to:
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register for free non-restricted firearms that you owned on
December 1, 1998 and have not yet registered;
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re-register restricted and prohibited firearms that
were registered to you under the former Act (prior
to December 1, 1998).
You may also use our electronic services to:
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make a change to your residence and/or mailing address;
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make a change to your telephone number; and
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sign up for a Canada Firearms Centre (CAFC)
E-Services Personal Identification Number
(PIN).
You may use the Logout and Help buttons on each page at
any time. If you logout of the secure Web site, all
information you have entered but not submitted will be
lost.
As an additional security measure, your connection will
automatically end if there has been no activity for 15
minutes.
IMPORTANT: If you have already submitted a
paper application to register your firearms, please do
NOT apply again using the on-line E-Services. You will get a refund for any fees that you have already paid to register non-restricted firearms that you owned on December 1, 1998.
PLEASE REMEMBER... Whenever you handle firearms,
follow all safety precautions.
Confidentiality of Information
Protecting the privacy of your data is of the utmost
importance to us. All information you provide will be
kept completely confidential. We use high-level
security methods, including encryption and firewalls,
to ensure the confidentiality of your personal
information. The information you provide will not be
stored on the Web server.
Your information is protected by federal and provincial
privacy legislation.
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Contact Us
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Technical Support
To report technical problems with this Web site or for
assistance in using the on-line application to register
firearms, you can contact our Technical Help Desk:
By telephone: 1 800 731-4000 extension 1040
(toll free), Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., or
By e-mail: cfc-cafc@cfc-cafc.gc.ca
For information about the Canada Firearms Centre, or
about the requirements under the Firearms Act,
you can contact us at any of the following:
Mailing address:
Canada Firearms Centre (CAFC)
Ottawa ON K1A 1M6
Telephone: 1 800 731-4000 (toll free)
Facsimile: (613) 941-1991
E-mail: cfc-cafc@cfc-cafc.gc.ca
Web site: www.cfc-cafc.gc.ca
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What's New?
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We will post notices by date as new information or
services are added to our Web site.
September 2001
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On-line application to register firearms (free)
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Licensed firearm owners may apply on-line to
register their non-restricted firearms and to
re-register their restricted and prohibited
firearms.
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Change to address (Residence and/or Mailing)
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Licensed firearm owners may notify us on-line of a
change to their residence and/or mailing address.
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Change to telephone number
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Licensed firearm owners may notify us on-line of a
change to their telephone number.
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CAFC E-Services Personal Identification Number (PIN)
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Licensed firearm owners may sign up for an
E-Services PIN to make it easier for frequent users
to access our E-Services.
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Are You Eligible to Use Our On-Line Services?
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Our on-line application to register firearms and other
electronic services are not intended for businesses. They are currently only available to
adult individuals (18 years or older) who have a valid
firearms licence or Firearms Acquisition Certificate
(FAC). Access "Help" to find out what to do if you are
under 18 years of age.
If you do not have a firearms licence, you can apply for a Possession and Acquisition Licence by using form JUS 1039, Application for a Licence under the Firearms Act (for Individuals aged 18 and over). You can download this form from our main Web site at www.cfc-cafc.gc.ca or obtain it by calling 1 800 731-4000. You can download a form from www.cfc-cafc.gc.ca/forms_assistance/Indiv_forms/888e.html or obtain one by calling 1 800 731-4000.
Other ways to register your firearms
If you cannot or prefer not to submit an on-line application to register your non-restricted firearms or to re-register your restricted and prohibited firearms, you may request a personalized paper application calling 1 800 731-4000. Please use either the on-line application or the paper application, but not both.
Limitations
You cannot submit an on-line application
for any of the following purposes. In most cases, you
will have to submit a paper application instead. You
can download most of these forms in Portable Document Format (PDF) from the CAFC's
main Web site, or you can obtain a form by calling 1
800 731-4000.
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To register newly imported, newly manufactured or other firearms, use form JUS 998. Application to Register Firearms (for Individuals).
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To register firearms to a business or museum, use form JUS 678, Application to register firearms for businesses (including museums).
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In most cases, an application to transfer (sell, barter or give) and register firearms to a new owner can be made by calling 1 800 731-4000 and selecting the "transfer" option from the menu of services. Alternatively,
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use form JUS 681, Application to Transfer and Register Restricted and Prohibited Firearms to New Owners, for restricted and prohibited firearms, or
- use form JUS 682, Application to Transfer and Register Non-Restricted Firearms to New Owners; for non-restricted firearms.
As well, you cannot use the CAFC's on-line firearm
registration application to:
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change information on your registered firearm;
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change your personal information (other than
request a change to your residence or mailing address or telephone number); or
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submit an application to register firearms for
someone else.
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Before You Start
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Please read the On-Line Checklist for how to complete your application to register firearms.
Have on hand:
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your firearms licence or Firearms Acquisition
Certificate (FAC) number, and
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the required firearm
information.
PLEASE REMEMBER... Whenever you handle
firearms, follow all safety precautions.
Browser Configuration
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Note: Please be advised that Netscape version 6.x browser software has not been fully tested for compatibility with our secure Web site, and as such, we are unable to provide support for this product.
You need to have JavaScript and cookies enabled. All browsers are configured a little differently, so you should check the Internet options within your browser software for enabling JavaScript and cookies.
If you are using Internet Explorer, click on Tools, Internet Options, Security, Custom Level, scroll down to the "Cookies" section and set "Allow cookies that are stored on your computer" to "Enable" and "Allow per-session cookies" to "Enable". To enable JavaScript, scroll down to Scripting and "Set Scripting of Java Applets" to "Enable".
If you are using Netscape, click on Edit, Preferences, Advanced, and ensure you Accept all cookies and Enable JavaScript.
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Are You Under 18?
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If you are under 18 years of age, you cannot register
firearms.
If you are not 18 years old before January 1st, 2003,
all firearms must be registered to a licensed adult.
The firearms can then be transferred to you after you
turn 18 and have obtained a Possession and Acquisition
Licence.
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On-Line Checklist
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Have you confirmed that your firearms licence
or Firearms Acquisition Certificate (FAC) is
still valid and that you are eligible to use our on-line
E-Services?
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Have you confirmed that your residence and mailing addresses are correct and up-to-date?
If you have moved since applying for a
licence, you can use E-Services to update your
address.
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Do you have all the firearm information you need
to complete your application?
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How to complete your application to register
firearms
To complete your application to register firearms
on-line, you must agree to certain terms and conditions. Once you have agreed
to them, you must enter your firearms licence or
Firearms Acquisition Certificate (FAC) number to access
the secure Web site.
If you have signed up for a CAFC E-Services Personal
Identification Number (PIN), you will be prompted to
enter the PIN.
If you do not have a PIN, you have to enter the
following information to confirm your identity:
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your last name,
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your date of birth, and
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your place of birth (city/municipality/township as
entered on your firearms licence application).
You will then be presented with the E-Services menu,
which will allow you to access the on-line firearm
registration application that is similar to the paper
form. Enter the required firearm information for each
firearm and check it to make sure it is complete and
accurate. Once you have entered this information, you
will be given a declaration to read. You must confirm
that you have read this declaration before you press
the "Submit Application" button to send your firearm
registration application electronically and securely to
the CAFC.
It will take a few seconds for your file to be
transferred. You will then be given an Application
Transaction Confirmation Number. This number confirms
that we have received your electronic application for
firearm registration. Keep this number for future
reference and provide it if you call 1 800 731-4000
to inquire about the status of your application.
Firearm Information
Provide the following information for each firearm you
are registering. Access "Help" for more
information.
Non-restricted Firearm Information
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Barrel Length (measured from the muzzle up to and
including the chamber with the action closed)
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Is the firearm a frame or receiver only that is not
intended to discharge ammunition?
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Make
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Type
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Action
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Is it a single-shot firearm?
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Serial Number (if there is one)
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Gauge and/or Calibre
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Model (if known)
Restricted or Prohibited Firearm Information
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Restricted Weapon Registration Certificate Number
(A registration certificate in a previous owner's
name is not acceptable. You will need to have this
firearm transferred and registered in your name.
For more information, call 1 800 731-4000.)
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Serial Number (if there is one)
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Terms and Conditions
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To complete your firearm registration application using
the CAFC's on-line service, you must agree to the
following terms and conditions:
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You may only submit your own application to
register firearms. You cannot submit an application
for another person.
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You must not try to disrupt this service by
attempting to send files other than your own
application to register firearms. If you do, future
access to our electronic services may be denied.
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Submitting Your Application to Register Firearms
On-Line
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Step 1 - Authorization and Authentication
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Enter your firearms licence or Firearms Acquisition
Certificate (FAC) number and either your last name,
date of birth, and place of birth or your CAFC
E-Services PIN in the spaces provided.
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Step 2 - Completing your application
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Fill out the on-line application, providing the
requested information on each firearm.
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Step 3 - Declaration and Submit Application
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Confirm that you have read the following
declaration by clicking the "Submit Application"
button.
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Step 4 - Application Confirmation
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A Transaction Confirmation Number will
be provided within a few seconds to confirm receipt of your application. Print the page and keep this number
for your records.
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Use of Information
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The information contained on this Web site is not a legal
text. It is intended to provide general information
only. For legal references, please refer to the
Firearms Act and regulations. You can obtain the
Act and regulations by calling 1 800 731-4000 or by
referring to "Legal Texts" in the CAFC's main Web
site.
Accuracy and Changes
We try to ensure that the information on this Web site
is accurate and up-to-date. When changes occur, we make
every effort to post them as quickly as possible,
however, delays in updating the information may occur
from time to time. Please check regularly for
updates.
Confirmation of receipt
If your on-line firearm registration application has
been successfully transmitted, a Transaction Confirmation
Number will be displayed within a few seconds.
While processing your application, we may have
to contact you to get supporting information, so
remember to print the Transaction Confirmation page and record your Transaction Confirmation Number in order to reference the firearms you have included on your application.
Deadline for registration of firearms
All your firearms must be registered by midnight,
December 31, 2002. Please submit your application well
in advance to allow us time to process it by the
deadline.
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Privacy and Security
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The Canada Firearms Centre (CAFC) is responsible for
providing access to the on-line CAFC E-Services only to
users who provide us with their firearms licence or
Firearms Acquisition Certificate (FAC) number, last
name, date of birth, and place of birth.
Alternatively, for those users who have signed up for
CAFC E-Services, we request the firearms licence or
Firearms Acquisition Certificate (FAC) number and the
Personal Identification Number (PIN). We will provide
security at our site and guarantee that your personal
information is securely stored in our computers.
We are also responsible for ensuring that your personal
information is transmitted in an encrypted format
between your computer and our servers. This ensures
that computer hackers and other Internet users cannot
alter or view data being transmitted between you and
the CAFC.
We use sophisticated security techniques to protect
this site. State-of-the-art encryption technology and
security procedures protect your personal information
at all times. While every possible effort has been made
to ensure the safety and integrity of transactions at
our Web site, the Internet exists as a public network
and therefore is outside of our control.
Confidentiality
All information you provide will be kept completely
confidential. Your information is protected by federal
and provincial privacy legislation.
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Resources and Support
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Technical Assistance
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Our Technical Help Desk can assist you with
difficulties you may encounter using our on-line
CAFC E-Services, including signing up for a Personal
Identification Number (PIN) and completing the
on-line Application to Register Firearms or making a change to your residence or mailing address. Technical assistance is
available from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Please
call 1 800 731-4000, extension 1040, and specify
that you are seeking technical assistance for CAFC's
on-line E-Services or e-mail us at
cfc-cafc@cfc-cafc.gc.ca
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General Inquiries
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If you are looking for general information about
the Firearms Act and associated legislation,
or are inquiring about the status of your
application, please call the Canada Firearms
Centre (CAFC) toll free at 1 800 731-4000, Monday to Friday between
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. You can also
e-mail us at cfc-cafc@cfc-cafc.gc.ca
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On-Line Help
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Click on "Help" at any time to get help on the
displayed page. If you cannot find what you are
looking for, call our Technical Help Desk at 1 800
731-4000, extension 1040.
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FAQs
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Our FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) contain
answers to many common questions. If your question
is not answered there, call the general inquiries number at 1 800 731-4000 for general questions relating to the Firearms Act, or call the Technical Help Desk at extension 1040 for questions of a more technical nature related to the on-line application to register firearms.
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