I thought I remembered them saying they would pay for deactivation as well...
If you do not wish to return your firearm under the Program, alternative options are available to you before the amnesty period expires on October 30th, 2026:
Having the firearm deactivated at your own expense by a licensed business authorized to perform deactivations. Procedures for this option are available at: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/campaigns/firearms-buyback.html
Arranging with your local police to hand-in your firearm – there will be no compensation provided.
And the way they word this, it sounds like the hunting rifles over 10k Joules, expensive drillings and ####, will not be compensated as it's an assault style weapons ban right. Imagine the #### storm it would cause with the liberal public if the Fed's gave some rich guy $100k for 1 single shot hunting rifle lol.
Additional Information for the ASSAULT-STYLE FIREARMS COMPENSATION PROGRAM
Compensation will be determined primarily on a first come first served basis, based on the date your declaration is submitted and the availability of Program funds at that time. To increase your likelihood of receiving compensation, pending eligibility, you are encouraged to submit your declaration as early as possible. Submitting a declaration does not guarantee you will receive compensation.