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flamesfever · 01-05-2009, 11:37 AM

Before the new gun registration program, Canada already had very strict laws relating to the ownership of restricted or easily concealable weapons.

Back in the 70's as a geologist doing coal exploration, I was going to be working above treeline all summer in grizzly country. And as I was going to be carrying a lot of equipment, I would not be able to pack a rifle. I therefore decided to purchase a 357 magnum pistol to be able to protect myself in the event of a grizzly attack. In order to purchase the pistol I had to have an interview with the Chief of Police in Calgary which lasted over an hour, and in spite of him trying to discourage me, he finally agreed to allow me to purchase one. As I have had no further use for it, I recently took it in to the police for disposal.

I believe the registering of all guns including rifles and shotguns used for hunting is a complete waste of time and money. As the Captain pointed out above, it is money that should be used for law enforcement purposes.

01-05-2009, 11:37 AM	#89
flamesfever First Line Centre Join Date: Aug 2004 Exp:	Before the new gun registration program, Canada already had very strict laws relating to the ownership of restricted or easily concealable weapons. Back in the 70's as a geologist doing coal exploration, I was going to be working above treeline all summer in grizzly country. And as I was going to be carrying a lot of equipment, I would not be able to pack a rifle. I therefore decided to purchase a 357 magnum pistol to be able to protect myself in the event of a grizzly attack. In order to purchase the pistol I had to have an interview with the Chief of Police in Calgary which lasted over an hour, and in spite of him trying to discourage me, he finally agreed to allow me to purchase one. As I have had no further use for it, I recently took it in to the police for disposal. I believe the registering of all guns including rifles and shotguns used for hunting is a complete waste of time and money. As the Captain pointed out above, it is money that should be used for law enforcement purposes.