Easy Steps To Get Your PAL Firearms Licence
Step 1: Obtain My PAL (CFSC)
The first step towards obtaining your PAL firearms licence is to complete the mandatory national safety training: The Canadian Firearms Safety Course (CFSC). At Range Arts we call it Obtain My PAL (CFSC) because completing the CFSC allows you to apply for your PAL.
The CFSC is 1-day course with our Certified Instructor. It provides theoretical and practical gun safety training. At the end of the course you’ll be tested on the knowledge and skills you acquired that day. 10 Hours of Instruction & Testing – $209.99
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The Possession and Acquisition Licence (PAL) allows the holder to purchase and use Non-Restricted firearms (such as rifles and shotguns commonly used for hunting). The PAL is an official national ID card, like a driver’s licence for firearms.
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After completing your CFSC The Firearms Safety Education Service of Ontario (FSESO) will issue you proof by mail (called a course report). Your course report will qualify you to apply to the RCMP for your PAL.
How To Start
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Reschedule online up to 5 days in advance
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Optional Step 2: Upgrade To RPAL (CRFSC)
Those who plan to purchase and/or use Restricted firearms (for example, using handguns unsupervised) will need to complete The Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Courses (CRFSC). At Range Arts we call it Upgrade to RPAL (CRFSC) because it allows you to upgrade the privileges of a PAL to an RPAL.
The CRFSC is a 1-day course. It builds on the knowledge you gained in your CFSC and is therefore slightly shorter so long as it’s taken within 30 days.
There are 2 versions of the CRFSC. 30-Day Upgrade to RPAL (CRFSC) is best for most people who have just completed their CFSC.
Per national regulations you have 30 days after your CFSC to complete your 30-Day Upgrade To RPAL (CRFSC). 7 Hours of Instruction & Testing – $169.99
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The Restricted Possession and Acquisition Licence (RPAL) allows the holder to purchase and use Restricted firearms (such as some semi-automatic rifles, shotguns, and handguns). Restricted firearms are limited to use at licensed shooting ranges and have different storage and transportation requirements to Non-restricted firearms. Please note that handguns are no longer available for purchase in Canada but can still be used unsupervised by RPAL holders. Some shooting ranges still prefer members hold an RPAL.
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The prerequisite is completing Obtain My PAL (CFSC) or already possessing a valid PAL. It’s okay complete your CFSC just 1 day before your Upgrade To RPAL (CRFSC).
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Book the Standalone Upgrade To RPAL (CRFSC) is the course you need if it has been more than 30 days since your CFSC. 9 Hours of Instruction & Testing – $209.99
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Book the Standalone Upgrade To RPAL (CRFSC) is the course you need if you already have a PAL licence. 9 Hours of Instruction & Testing – $209.99
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After completing your CRFSC The Firearms Safety Education Service of Ontario (FSESO) will issue you proof by mail (called a course report). Your course report qualifies you to apply to the RCMP for your RPAL so long as you either already have a valid PAL or have completed your CFSC. You can either apply to upgrade your PAL to an RPAL, or apply all at once for RPAL (which includes PAL privileges).
Booking in advance:
Securing your booking early is highly recommended. 30-Day Upgrade To RPAL (CRFSC) can be booked in advance as early as the next day after your Obtain My PAL (CFSC). We give you the flexibility to schedule the two courses separately, but feel free to take them back to back.
Where?
We serve the Greater Toronto Area from ETOBICOKE
Near the 401 & 427 (50 Ronson Drive, Etobicoke)
Our comfortable, modern classroom (pictured), has free parking, coffee and snack bar, and hot lunch options.
Last Step: Apply for your Licence
Once you have completed/passed your CFSC, and optionally your CRFSC, you will receive a course report by mail from The Firearms Safety Education Service of Ontario (fseso.org) and be ready to apply for your PAL or RPAL.
You’ll need to complete an application to the RCMP, and pay an application fee (approx. $60-85) for processing and the first 5 years of your licence.
How Can I Sign Up?
Book your seat 100% online. No need to confirm with calls or emails. We take a 50% deposit to hold your seat in the class. You can reschedule any course online up to 5 days in advance without losing your deposit.
