Have you taken yours to a demonstration in Toronto in order to defend yourself?
Oh, wait, we do not allow open carry in Ontario.
Transporting Non-Restricted Firearms
The regulations for transporting non-restricted firearms depends on the type of weapon and the reason for transportation.
Generally, the firearm needs to be unloaded for transport. However, a muzzle-loading firearm does not need to be unloaded during transport between hunting sites. However, it does require that the firing cap or flint is removed during transportation.
If the firearm is left in an unattended vehicle there are additional restrictions. In this case, they can only transport the firearm
if:
- When the vehicle is equipped with a trunk or similar compartment that can be securely locked, the non-restricted firearm is in that trunk or compartment and the trunk or compartment is securely locked; and
- When the vehicle is not equipped with a trunk or similar compartment that can be securely locked, the non-restricted firearm is not visible from outside the vehicle and the vehicle, or the part that contains the non-restricted firearm, is securely locked.
Transporting Restricted Firearms
For restricted firearms, you must get an Authorization to Transport (ATT) permit. To receive this permit, you need to apply through the RCMP with “good and sufficient reason.” Acceptable reasons are not clearly outlined and you may not receive a reason if denied.
Transporting restricted guns comes with more strict regulation. You can only transport them if:
- It’s unloaded;
- It’s rendered inoperable by means of a secure locking device;
- It’s in a locked container that is made of an opaque material and is of such strength, construction and nature that it cannot readily be broken open or into or accidentally opened during transportation; and
- If it is in a container described in paragraph (c) that is in an unattended vehicle,
- When the vehicle is equipped with a trunk or similar compartment that can be securely locked, the container is in that trunk or compartment and the trunk or compartment is securely locked, and
- When the vehicle is not equipped with a trunk or similar compartment that can be securely locked, the vehicle, or the part of the vehicle that contains the container, is securely locked and the container is not visible from outside the vehicle.
