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Canadian Firearms Journal

2011

Canadian Firearms Journal - May 2011
Canadians are privileged to enjoy a multitude of fantastic hunting and shooting opportunities if we choose to take advantage of them. Introducing kids properly to the shooting sports is critical to the future of our recreational firearms community. A spring turkey hunt is an ideal avenue for young shooters to gain experience and to learn from their more seasoned mentors. Download
Canadian Firearms Journal - March 2011
Cowboy Action Shooting is one of the fastest growing shooting sports in Canada. One of its great advantages is that it appeals to both male and female shooters almost equally, and has become very much “family friendly.” The classic firearms, the attention to historical detail in costumes and gun leather, and the fun and camaraderie of a well-organized CAS competition is hard to quantify in words without having experienced one first-hand... Download
Canadian Firearms Journal - January 2011
Female shooters are one of the fastest growing demographics within Canada’s recreational firearms, community. They form an important and vital part of that community and it is therefore time we finally put to rest old, tired stereotypes, such as only men own guns. Today’s responsible firearms owner is just as likely to be a mother, sister, aunt or daughter as a father, brother, uncle or son. Women from all walks of life, backgrounds and ages are opting to join our ranks and we’re all the stronger... Download

2010

Canadian Firearms Journal - December 2010
Canada’s recreational firearms community is aging. New shooter recruitment is critical if we are to preserve our firearms heritage. Introducing kids to the shooting sports in a fun, safe and ethical manner is critical to both the future of our sport and the preservation of our rights as law-abiding gun owners. Please consider becoming a mentor to youth in your area. Contact your local gun club, provincial hunting org or similar group and volunteer your time in this exceedingly important initiative. Download
Canadian Firearms Journal - November 2010
On June 13th 1995 Bill C-68, the “final solution” to the firearms issue in Canada proposed by the majority government of Jean Chretien, passed 192 to 63. On September 22nd 2010, Bill C-391, a private members bill from Manitoba MP Candice Hoeppner intended to kill the long gun registry, was defeated by a motion from Liberal MP Mark Holland by a vote of 153 to 151; despite having passed the critical second reading the November before with a healthy margin... Download
Canadian Firearms Journal - September 2010
After listening to feedback from members and working with our Quebec directors, we’ll be adding more French content to better serve our French-speaking members starting this issue. To begin, you’ll find President Sheldon Clare’s inaugural message printed in English & French, as well as a new article from Quebec Director Stephen Buddo. He addresses the current disinformation campaign the BQ is currently waging in his home province against Bill C-391. Download
Canadian Firearms Journal - June 2010
This is a special issue for me, as it marks my final column as your vice-president, communications. Our 2010 AGM has come and gone and we have a great new executive in place. For now, my focus is going to lean more towards marketing & promotion. In that role, I’ll be exploring new ways to grow & improve our magazine as Editor-in-chief, keep our web site content fresh and make sure our members are kept informed. Download
Canadian Firearms Journal - May 2010
The battle for the future direction of gun control in Canada goes on. Will the civil disarmament agenda set into place by Liberal governments in the 1970’s, and advanced by Progressive Conservative and Liberal Firearms Acts in the 1990’s continue? Or will the Conservative government set a new direction in addressing the criminal misuse of firearms and public safety? MP Candace Hoeppner’s private members bill C-391 proposes to amend the current Liberal Firearms Act by removing the requirement to hold a registration for a non restricted long gun... Download
Canadian Firearms Journal - March 2010
Professor Gary Mauser is back with his report on developments from the International Front. With the Obama Administration considering signing onto many of the more oppressive international gun control initiatives, especially the UN marking scheme and controls on the trade and export of ammunition, etc. The United Nations may very well become the next great contest for pro-firearms lobbyists across Canada and the world. Download
Canadian Firearms Journal - January 2010
We had a busy fall, keeping up with membership drives, fundraiser campaigns and the many political activities we were involved with. The UN Small Arms Marking scheme, several court cases, including Bruce Montague’s, the proposed changes to the Canadian Explosives Act, the proposed bylaws and, of course, continuing working toward replacing C-68/Firearms Act served to keep us hopping in 2009. Download