Laws on Ammunition??

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So after some research I couldn't quite find much info on the subject. So I figured it would be best to talk with my fellow guns nuts. Here's what I'm trying to figure out:

1. Is there a limit on how much ammo we can own and store?

2. Is there any types of ammunition that are prohibited?

3. Is a locked ammo can good enough for ammunition storage?

Any help is appreciated. Thanks!
 
Aiden26 said:
So after some research I couldn't quite find much info on the subject. So I figured it would be best to talk with my fellow guns nuts. Here's what I'm trying to figure out:

1. Is there a limit on how much ammo we can own and store?

2. Is there any types of ammunition that are prohibited?

3. Is a locked ammo can good enough for ammunition storage?

Any help is appreciated. Thanks!
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225kg of powder. Roughly 140,000 5.56

AP pistol ammo, incendiary ammo, flechettes

It'd work, technically doesn't need to be locked.
 
Aiden26 said:
So after some research I couldn't quite find much info on the subject. So I figured it would be best to talk with my fellow guns nuts. Here's what I'm trying to figure out:

1. Is there a limit on how much ammo we can own and store?

2. Is there any types of ammunition that are prohibited?

3. Is a locked ammo can good enough for ammunition storage?

Any help is appreciated. Thanks!
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1. Unaware of any limit but know you can only import 5000 rounds max, at a time:
http://www.nrcan.gc.ca/explosives/acquisition-storage-sale/9833

2. Yes there is:
http://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/regulations/SOR-98-462/page-1.html

3. Store the ammunition separately or lock it up. It can be stored in the same locked container as the firearms:
http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/cfp-pcaf/fs-fd/storage-entreposage-eng.htm

Others I'm sure will chime in. :cheers:
 
General Brock said:
1. Unaware of any limit but know you can only import 5000 rounds max, at a time:
http://www.nrcan.gc.ca/explosives/acquisition-storage-sale/9833

2. Yes there is:
http://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/regulations/SOR-98-462/page-1.html

3. Store the ammunition separately or lock it up. It can be stored in the same locked container as the firearms:
http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/cfp-pcaf/fs-fd/storage-entreposage-eng.htm

Others I'm sure will chime in. :cheers:
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The limit is from the explosives act I believe.
 
flying into canada with air canda,here is their rules

Ammunition:

The firearm and the ammunition must not be packed in the same container.

The firearm and the ammunition must not be packed in the same container.

Only shells and cartridges are accepted and must be carried in checked baggage. Gunpowder and gunpowder pellets are strictly prohibited.
Ammunition must be packed in a separate, secure and strong container made of plastic, wood or metal. The original fibreboard carton can also be used but it is recommended that the carton be placed in a secondary package such as a re-sealable plastic container. To avoid shock movement, the properly packed ammunition must then be placed inside a suitcase and cushioned with clothing.

Ammunition allowance is limited to 5 kg (11 lb) per passenger. Allowances for more than one passenger cannot be combined into one or more packages.
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ShawnC6 said:
225kg of powder. Roughly 140,000 5.56

AP pistol ammo, incendiary ammo, flechettes

It'd work, technically doesn't need to be locked.
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Thanks for the brief info. Just to clarify, those 3 types of ammo, and those 3 types alone are the only prohibited types correct?
 
Outcast said:
Look at Section 84 of the criminal code
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I could just be blind but the only thing I can find in regards to ammunition is the following:

"ammunition means a cartridge containing a projectile designed to be discharged from a firearm and, without restricting the generality of the foregoing, includes a caseless cartridge and a shot shell; (munitions)"

"prohibited ammunition means ammunition, or a projectile of any kind, that is prescribed to be prohibited ammunition; (munitions prohibées)"

It didn't state the types... But then again I could just be blind lol.
 
Aiden26 said:
Thanks for the brief info. Just to clarify, those 3 types of ammo, and those 3 types alone are the only prohibited types correct?
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PART 5
Prohibited Ammunition

Former Prohibited Weapons Order, No. 10

1 Any cartridge that is capable of being discharged from a commonly available semi-automatic handgun or revolver and that is manufactured or assembled with a projectile that is designed, manufactured or altered so as to be capable of penetrating body armour, including KTW, THV and 5.7 x 28 mm P-90 cartridges.

2 Any projectile that is designed, manufactured or altered to ignite on impact, where the projectile is designed for use in or in conjunction with a cartridge and does not exceed 15 mm in diameter.

3 Any projectile that is designed, manufactured or altered so as to explode on impact, where the projectile is designed for use in or in conjunction with a cartridge and does not exceed 15 mm in diameter.

4 Any cartridge that is capable of being discharged from a shotgun and that contains projectiles known as “fléchettes” or any similar projectiles.
 
ShawnC6 said:
PART 5
Prohibited Ammunition

Former Prohibited Weapons Order, No. 10

1 Any cartridge that is capable of being discharged from a commonly available semi-automatic handgun or revolver and that is manufactured or assembled with a projectile that is designed, manufactured or altered so as to be capable of penetrating body armour, including KTW, THV and 5.7 x 28 mm P-90 cartridges.

2 Any projectile that is designed, manufactured or altered to ignite on impact, where the projectile is designed for use in or in conjunction with a cartridge and does not exceed 15 mm in diameter.

3 Any projectile that is designed, manufactured or altered so as to explode on impact, where the projectile is designed for use in or in conjunction with a cartridge and does not exceed 15 mm in diameter.

4 Any cartridge that is capable of being discharged from a shotgun and that contains projectiles known as “fléchettes” or any similar projectiles.
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Thank you once again. Interesting.... was 5.7x28mm taking off the Porhib list? Because I know you can get them in Canada.
 
Aiden26 said:
I could just be blind but the only thing I can find in regards to ammunition is the following:

"ammunition means a cartridge containing a projectile designed to be discharged from a firearm and, without restricting the generality of the foregoing, includes a caseless cartridge and a shot shell; (munitions)"

"prohibited ammunition means ammunition, or a projectile of any kind, that is prescribed to be prohibited ammunition; (munitions prohibées)"

It didn't state the types... But then again I could just be blind lol.
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It's actually not easy to find on line. The on line Criminal Code does not show parts 3-5
I've included the link below

http://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/regulations/SOR-98-462/FullText.html
 
Storing ammo in a sealed steel box or safe don't seem to be a good idea. incase of fire ammo is not a explosive but in a sealed steel box it more then likely going to turn into a bomb.
 
wce323078 said:
Storing ammo in a sealed steel box or safe don't seem to be a good idea. incase of fire ammo is not a explosive but in a sealed steel box it more then likely going to turn into a bomb.
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Doesn't matter what you store it in. In a fire you're getting combustion energy from all sides, not just the primer. The enclosed powder doesn't have enough oomph to even have the bullet penetrate a thin piece of drywall next to it. SAAMI produced a video for firefighters especially on that topic. You can find it on YouTube.
 
So incendiary ammo, is this "Tracers"? lHavent had coffee yet, are they defined as that? Or is there different kinds? I thought we can buy/reload tracer rounds, but that sounds like incendiary ammo..?
 
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