The Canadian Firearms Safety Course, also known as the CFSC, is intended for all novice firearms users and is your mandatory first step in obtaining your PAL (Possession and Acquisition) Licence to help you acquire Non-Restricted Firearms. Add our Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course (CRFSC) and receive a $25 discount.

First-time applicants must pass the Canadian Firearms Safety Course (CFSC) before applying for a Possession and Acquisition Licence. The course ends with a written and practical test. Anyone 12 or older can take it, while children under 12 may attend for educational purposes only and don’t sit the exams. Minors aged 12 to 17 can get a Minor’s Licence to borrow and use non-restricted firearms. The class usually runs from 8 AM to about 6 PM, depending on student progress. See the course detail page for more.

NOTE: This course is subject to a minimum sales threshold, and we reserve the right to reschedule if less than 10 seats are sold 7 days prior to the event.

• Course dates may be added or removed in line with demand. Subscribe to our ‘New Course Dates’ email list to be notified.
• Generally, only the next available course is open for booking until it is filled.
• Use “Waitlist” to get an email when seats free up from cancellations.
• Read our Refund Policy page.

Topics

• Evolution of firearms, major parts, types, and actions
• Basic firearms safety practices
• Ammunition
• Operating firearm actions
• Safe handling and carry procedures
• Firing techniques and procedures
• Care of non-restricted firearms
• Responsibilities of the firearm owner/user
• Safe storage, display, transportation, and handling of non-restricted firearms