Handgun Hunting

It would be nice if you can back it up wit some hard evidence, or is it just some speculation of yours based on some loopholes. Either case, can you provide some more concrete?
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It would likely depend province to province. I don't know any provinces that would allow it but i don't know ALL the provincial regs.

He's quite right in that antique handguns can technically be taken into the woods. Calum has done a lot of homework on that, so talk to him if you want the details.

However - in bc for example the regs expressly forbid ANY hunting with a handgun or any gun 'designed to be easily fired with one hand". And by their definition of 'gun', that includes pellet guns even tho they're not considered 'guns' by c-68.

So while federally you might be able to take a handgun hunting, legally you would not be allowed to hunt with it based on provincial regs in bc.
 
I would like to have both very much.
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Sure. We all know the advantage of a handgun is that you don't put it down. The gun you have with you is always better than the gun you left back in camp :)
 
It would be a real bonus for those of us that hunt the thick stuff. Holstering a handgun, leaves both hands free, for pushing through thickets, crossing beaver dams, and climbing those 'all fours' hills.
Nice for those finishing shots too.
I've always wanted to try a 44, even a black powder, like a navy colt.

However, ONTARIO has it's limitations :mad:
 
...............How about we take steps before leaps and keep the letter writing efforts to first abolish the registry???
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That's what we're doing on the federal front - but this fight is also a provincial one and a municiple one in many cases. Can't afford to let any of the battlegrounds be ignored. Handgun hunting is a provincial fight.
 
Well the guys who think Handguns are no good for Hunting should read Elmer Keiths Six guns. ;)

Lotsa hunting with handguns in There.

I got an Antique 50 70 Remington 1871 Rolling block pistol that im sure would drop near anything in B.C if push came to shove :D

A 45 long colt loaded with 40 grs of black powder can put a 250 gr bullet thru a 8 inch pine tree according to keith.

Im all for Handguns for hunting :)
Antique ones already dont need a licence or registration to own so only one more Hurdle to jump there.
 
Foxer said:
He's quite right in that antique handguns can technically be taken into the woods. Calum has done a lot of homework on that, so talk to him if you want the details.
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Errr...Why thanx Foxer, but no I haven't. :confused:

I have been in touch with the BCWL folks over the Magazine limits with center fire rifles, and shotguns...with good results.

Also for the record the best Bear defence is an Orange Tabby cat.
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Can some more knowledgeable members compile list of all key players/institutions in each province that we should address our letters to. This is for us less experienced guys in writing letters.
 
IIRC Up until a couple of years ago, it was LEGAL in BC to hunt with handguns.

That is to say- There was no HUNTING laws prohibiting it.

At one point the G'vt (Probbaly the NDP) slipped in the "No handgun huting law) Why? I cannot say- no clue. Since we couldn't get ATC's for hutnign purposes, the point was moot.

However, it killed off some guys that took pellet pistols out for grouse.

We passed a resolution at the last BCWF to ask the BC ministry to lift this ban, since it is redundant, but more importantly, it CLOSES the door to getting the CFO's to issue ATC's for hunting.

If it was LEGAL to hutn with handguns, we couyld apply pressure...:)
 
I checked my Manitoba hunting guide and I could not find any regulation that specifically prohibited handgun hunting. There are calibre restrictions, but nothing that specifically stated that handguns were forbidden.
 
Definitely no handgun hunting in Alberta.

It is unlawful to set out, use or employ any of the following items for the purpose of hunting any wildlife:
an arrow equipped with an explosive head,
a firearm that is capable of firing more than one bullet during one pressure of the trigger or a firearm that can be altered to operate as such,
a light,
a shotgun of a gauge greater than 10,
a device designed to deaden the sound of the report of a firearm,
recorded wildlife calls or sounds, or an electrically operated calling device,
a pistol or revolver,
live wildlife,
a swivel set or spring gun, or
a poisonous substance or an immobilizing drug.
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It is unlawful to set out, use or employ any of the following items for the purpose of hunting any wildlife:
an arrow equipped with an explosive head,
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Jeezuz - was that enough of a problem they had to make a law to stop it?!? :)
 
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Jeezuz - was that enough of a problem they had to make a law to stop it?!? :)
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It IS Alberta...we'll try most anything...and keep doing it till they make a law :D


what concerns me more are the guys with the date rape drugs

"an immobilizing drug."
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I wonder if there is a loophole in Manitoba. After further review of the hunting regulations, under small game hunting, there is no license required. Further, the regs state

"There are no restrictions on the type of firearms used while hunting small game. Hunters should check with the municipalites regarding firearm restrictions."

Since the regulations do not specifically state that handguns are NOT allowed, and since there are no restrictions on firearm use for small game, then could we not apply for a wilderness ATC on the basis of hunting small game? That is, of course, unitl they specifically change the wording in the regulations.
 
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I checked my Manitoba hunting guide and I could not find any regulation that specifically prohibited handgun hunting. There are calibre restrictions, but nothing that specifically stated that handguns were forbidden.
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I looked at this a couple of years ago and I am sure I did find a restriction. It may have been related to big game or not. I don't remember what it was and don't have the time to look now. I did get the idea that you might be able to get away with rabbits or other varmints.

Just saw Deano's message above. As I remembered it.

I thought rather than apply for a wilderness ATC that it would be better to get one time ATT to a specific property (Farmer's field, rural area). Get an invitation. Establish precedents before you apply for a wider ranging ATC.
 
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I wonder if there is a loophole in Manitoba. After further review of the hunting regulations, under small game hunting, there is no license required. Further, the regs state

"There are no restrictions on the type of firearms used while hunting small game. Hunters should check with the municipalites regarding firearm restrictions."

Since the regulations do not specifically state that handguns are NOT allowed, and since there are no restrictions on firearm use for small game, then could we not apply for a wilderness ATC on the basis of hunting small game? That is, of course, unitl they specifically change the wording in the regulations.
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I think you have to be careful there. Somewhere in the Manitoba Hunting Guide it says that the regulations as stated are simply an overview, and specific questions should be referred to the Wildlife Act. I'm not 100% sure, but I'm confident that the Manitoba Wildlife Act prohibits the taking of game with a handgun with the exception of self defence. Seven or 8 years ago everyone up here had their carry permits withdrawn, so packing for protection in Manitoba at least has become only theoretical in nature. I suppose we could bring it up with the CPFO, but don't hold your breath.
 
I think you have to be careful there. Somewhere in the Manitoba Hunting Guide it says that the regulations as stated are simply an overview, and specific questions should be referred to the Wildlife Act

My copy of the Ontario regs simply state that this is a summarry and direct you to a ream of other laws and oddball rules to make sure that only the keen or obsessive really get to hunt!
A strange way to behave in a land so full of wildlife with so few people!
 
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