Canadian Firearms Safety Course (CFSC) and Canadian restricted Firearms Safety Course (CRFSC) in Ottawa
We continually add Canadian Firearms Safety Course (CFSC) and Canadian restricted Firearms Safety Course (CRFSC) as they become available. Please check back for updates or click here to be notified when seats become available, or when new courses are posted to our schedule.
Last minute courses often get posted with shorter notice – watch for last minute ‘pop-up’ weekend/weekday evening courses!
Classes tend to fill very quickly, so register in a Canadian Firearms Safety Course today in order to guarantee a seat.
| Course Start Date | Description | Cost | Register | Space |
| January 19/20/21 | CFSC/CRFSC Combo – Evenings | $380 | Waitlist | FULL |
| January 23/24/25 | CFSC/CRFSC Combo | $380 | Waitlist | FULL |
| January 26/27/28 | CFSC/CRFSC Combo – Evenings | $380 | Waitlist | FULL |
| January 30/31/1 | CFSC/CRFSC Combo | $380 | Waitlist | FULL |
| February 2/3/4 | CFSC/CRFSC Combo – Evenings | $380 | Waitlist | FULL |
| February 6/7/8 | CFSC/CRFSC Combo | $380 | Waitlist | FULL |
| February 9/10/11 | CFSC/CRFSC Combo – Evenings | $380 | Waitlist | FULL |
| February 13/14/15 | CFSC/CRFSC Combo | $380 | Waitlist | FULL |
| February 16/17 | CFSC Standalone – Evenings | $210 | Waitlist | FULL |
| February 16/17/18 | CFSC/CRFSC Combo – Evenings | $380 | Waitlist | FULL |
| February 20/21/22 | CFSC/CRFSC Combo | $380 | Waitlist | FULL |
| February 23/24/25 | CFSC/CRFSC Combo – Evenings | $380 | Waitlist | FULL |
| February 27/28/1 | CFSC/CRFSC Combo | $380 | Waitlist | FULL |
| March 6/7/8 | CFSC/CRFSC Combo | $380 | Waitlist | FULL |
| March 13/14/15 | CFSC/CRFSC Combo | $380 | Waitlist | FULL |
| March 20/21/22 | CFSC/CRFSC Combo | $380 | Waitlist | FULL |
| March 27/28/29 | CFSC/CRFSC Combo | $380 | Waitlist | FULL |
| April 3/4/5 | CFSC/CRFSC Combo | $380 | Waitlist | FULL |
| April 10/11/12 | CFSC/CRFSC Combo | $380 | Waitlist | FULL |
| April 17/18/19 | CFSC/CRFSC Combo | $380 | Waitlist | FULL |
| April 24/25/26 | CFSC/CRFSC Combo | $380 | Register | FULL |
Registration is handled on a first-come, first-served basis and is only confirmed upon receipt of payment. Registered students get priority on the waitlist for cancellations if they wish to get a seat in an earlier course.
Click here if you might be interested in any new courses or seats that become available from student cancellations.
Before Registering for a CFSC Standalone (PAL Only) Course with any Provider
Considerations Prior to Registering: It is important to understand the implications of enrolling in a Canadian Firearms Safety Course (CFSC) as a Standalone course instead of a Combo course. Once you have completed the CFSC Standalone, it can be very challenging to find a Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course (CRFSC) offered on its own at a later date. This is why our CFSC/CFSC Combo course is in such high demand.
AFTER REGISTERING IN A COURSE:
There is a lot you can do to prepare yourself for the CFSC or CRFSC courses and exams by clicking here. There are also many things you can do to get started on your application process.
NOTE: Late arrivals are strictly prohibited and cannot be permitted into the classroom under any circumstances. Students must attend the full course hours. This policy reflects the serious nature of firearms licensing, which includes strict attendance requirements for the qualifying courses and exams. This is a requirement mandated by the RCMP Canadian Firearms Program and the Chief Firearms Officer of Ontario. Students that do not show up on time forfeit their seat and cannot be offered a refund/reschedule.
Also, the Canadian Firearms Safety Course (CFSC) is a prerequisite for the Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course (CRFSC) so students must pass the CFSC portion of the course before attending the CRFSC portion of the course.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who needs the CFSC?
Anyone applying for a non-restricted PAL in Canada must complete the Canadian Firearms Safety Course.
Are these courses beginner-friendly?
Yes. The CFSC is designed for beginners, as it comes with clear instructions and hands-on guided learning.
Can I take the CFSC course now and take the CRFSC course later?
Yes, but It is usually quite difficult to arrange, expensive, and time consuming.
Is the government is still issuing RPAL licenses and is there a plan to stop issuing RPAL’s.
We have received confirmation from the Chief Firearms Officer (CFO) of Ontario that the government is still issuing RPAL licences (PAL with restricted privileges) and there are no plans to stop issuing them in the future. The CFO has confirmed that students who successfully complete the CRFSC course and exam will still be able to apply for a PAL with restricted privileges.
Are all restricted firearms affected by the recent ‘handgun freeze’ regulations?
Only transfers of handguns have been affected by recent ‘handgun freeze’ regulations.All other restricted firearms transfers will continue to be transferred normally.
Why should I take the CRFSC (RPAL) Course if I have no interest in restricted firearms or if there is a ‘handgun freeze’?
There are many reasons to take the CRFSC, and we are encouraging students to continue forward obtaining their RPAL licence:
1. Not all handgun transfers have been frozen. The government has a list of exceptions where handguns transfers will still be granted;
2. You still require an RPAL licence for many employment purposes (ie. many security, law enforcement, wilderness protection, and other employment opportunities);
3. You still require an RPAL licence to purchase restricted rifles/shotguns;
4. You still require an RPAL licence to borrow restricted firearms;
5. You still require an RPAL licence to use restricted firearms at a range (handguns are still used at shooting ranges, and there are clubs that have handguns available for use);
6. The firearms laws in Canada are currently in an extreme state of flux. Many new changes to firearms laws have occurred recently and more and more changes keep being proposed. It makes sense in this climate to maintain the highest level of licencing privileges on your firearm licence. The government can re-classify your one-time non-restricted firearm into the restricted firearm category at any time (even without passing any new legislation); and
7. You also get a broader introduction to firearms safety training, and extra hands-on training time with firearms by attending the CRFSC. You should learn how to handle all firearms safely.
8. Many students come back later to upgrade their licence for personal or employment reasons. Do it all at once to be prepared for the future and take a combo course..
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