C-21-44Government of CanadaLIBERAL
Firearms Act amendment (assault-style firearms freeze) Act (44-1)
Largest federal gun-control bill since 1995. Federal parties remain split on the firearms freeze and buyback program; the Conservative Party has stated it would repeal both if elected, while the Liberal government defends the legislation as a public-safety measure.
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Royal AssentSummary
Implemented the May 2020 Order in Council ban on 1,500+ assault-style firearm models as statute, froze handgun transfers, and created the framework for the firearms buyback program. Granted royal assent December 15, 2023.
Legislative history
- Introduced
Tabled in the originating chamber by the sponsor.
- Royal assent
Approved by both chambers and granted royal assent; now law.
Sponsored by
Bill BlairLIBERALOfficial source
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