Question 1

What course do I require to purchase rifles and shotguns?

Accepted Answer

To own and purchase rifles and shotguns you require a non-restricted (CFSC) license.

Question 2

Are you certified, licensed and insured?

Accepted Answer

Yes, to all the above! We are certified and insured through the Firearms Safety Education Service of Ontario (FSESO). Instructor #1342

Question 3

Do you offer private courses?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we offer private courses for groups of 8-12 students. If you have a group that might be interested, please contact us by email (contact@northfrontfirearms.ca) or phone (613-264-6367) for further details.

Question 4

How can I pay?

Accepted Answer

We accept credit cards and E-transfers.*Please note your seat is only confirmed when payment is received in full. If you need to pay by e-transfer please contact us by email (contact@northfrontfirearms.ca) or phone (613-264-6367)

Question 5

How old do you have to be to attend the non-restricted firearms course?

Accepted Answer

Anyone 12 years or older can take the Canadian Firearms Safety Course. If you are between 12-17 you will need to have an adult sign a minor’s form on or before the arrival of the course. Children under 12 can take the course, but only for educational purposes with parental consent. They will not do the written or practical exams and will have to retake the course when they turn 12.Click the following link for a copy of the minor consent form: For more information on registering minor’s:

Question 6

How old do you have to be to attend the restricted firearms course?

Accepted Answer

You must be at least 18 years old to take the Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course and apply for the Restricted Possession and Acquisition Licence (RPAL). Minors (12–17) can take the course for educational purposes with parental consent, however if you attend as a minor, you will not do the written or practical exams and will have to retake the course when they turn 18.

Question 7

Can I only take the restricted firearms course?

Accepted Answer

No, anyone wanting to acquire restricted firearms must also take the Canadian Firearms Safety Course (CFSC). The CFSC for non-restricted firearms is a mandatory prerequisite before you can take the (CRFSC) Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course.

Question 8

What if I must cancel or reschedule my class? Are refunds available?

Accepted Answer

Cancellations with more than 7 days’ notice, payment will be refunded minus an administrative fee of $50 per seat.Cancellations with less than 7 days’ notice, no refund will be provided.If you reschedule to another class with more than 7 days’ notice, there is no fee.If you reschedule to another class with less than 7 days’ notice a $50 administrative fee will be required.If you simply do not show up, your entire payment will be forfeited.If you need to cancel or reschedule, please contact us by email (contact@northfrontfirearms.ca) or phone (613-264-6367).

Question 9

I am currently registered for an upcoming course, but I have not received a confirmation email?

Accepted Answer

If you are currently registered with one of our upcoming courses but have not received a confirmation email, please check your junk/spam folder. If you still do not have anything from us, please email us at contact@northfrontfirearms.ca. You should also receive a reminder email 7 days before your course.

Question 10

I completed my firearms course, what now?

Accepted Answer

Congratulations! You have successfully completed the Canadian Firearms Safety Course and/or the Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course. See the following page for what to do next;

Question 11

I lost my course paperwork, what do I do?

Accepted Answer

If it has been less than a year since you completed your CFSC or CRFSC, then you can contact the FSESO for a replacement. Please see details here: https://fseso.org/courses/#replacement-student-course-reportIf it has been over a year since you completed your CFSC or CRSFC, don’t worry – your course results do not expire. Contact the Canadian Firearms Program (CFP) at 1-800-731-4000.

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