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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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