As for that "other" topic: until I see it in writing it doesn't exist; when I do it's time to start letter writing.
Part of an article that turned up on my crackbook feed. Not exactly an official communication but does get the hackles up.
“The Moncton fish & Game Association (MFGA) has just learned today, that ALL large capacity magazines (more than 10 rounds) for the Ruger 10/22 are now considered Prohibited Devices under the Firearms Act.
From what we have been told at the moment, these large capacity magazines will fit certain specific handguns (pistols) thereby creating a situation where the pistol capacity now exceeds the 10 round limit on handguns. Individuals, who for an example, have a Butler Creek 25 round magazine for their 10/22 must now have the magazine “pinned” to 10 rounds, leave the magazine at home, or turn it in for destruction by the RCMP.
This does not affect those with Remington rim fire rifles or other manufacturers. Apparently this is unique to the Ruger 10/22.
Our Range Manager has been in contact with the RCMP-CFO and some form of official notification will be forthcoming in the weeks ahead. As soon as we get official word we will pass it along. We advise our Association members not to use or destroy the large capacity magazines for their 10/22s until we get the official wording and more technical information from the RCMP-CFO.
The MFGA wants to thank Green Diamond Outfitters for letting us know about this new regulation as they received a visit from the CFO earlier today, and were required to pull some inventory from their shelves in order to not violate the new regulations.
Apparently Cabela’s and Bass Pro were going to be visited by the RCMP as well to review their stock.
We are providing this information as a courtesy in order to ensure people do not run afoul of the law.
Robert Snider
President
Moncton Fish & Game Association”