Backgrounder The Government of Canada has taken further strong steps to tackle gun crime and to uphold its commitment to keep cities and communities safe. Extended prohibition of assault-style firearms As part of its comprehensive approach, on December 5, 2024, the Government announced the prohibition of more military style assault-style firearms. Accompanying the prohibition is an amnesty order, which expires on October 30, 2025, that protects businesses and owners while they come into compliance with the law. The amnesty also provides a temporary exception for Indigenous peoples’ exercising a right under section 35 of the Constitution Act, as well as...