Canadian Firearms Practice · Question
Can a person with a standard PAL/RPAL carry a handgun in a holster while hiking for fun in a National Park?
Recreational carry of handguns/restricted firearms is not permitted in Canada; an ATC is for specific professional or survival needs.
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Question: Can a person with a standard PAL/RPAL carry a handgun in a holster while hiking for fun in a National Park?
Answer options:
- Yes, as long as it is visible.
- Yes, if they have a hunting license. ✅ No, this requires a specific Authorization to Carry (ATC) which is not issued for recreation.
- Only if the handgun is unloaded.
Correct answer: No, this requires a specific Authorization to Carry (ATC) which is not issued for recreation.
Explanation: Recreational carry of handguns/restricted firearms is not permitted in Canada; an ATC is for specific professional or survival needs.
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