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Brantford Police opt out of Ottawa’s firearm compensation program
Brantford Police and several Southwestern Ontario forces cite concerns over clarity and resource demands, prioritizing frontline policing instead of participating in the $250 million federal buyback.
- On Wednesday, the Chatham-Kent Police Service announced it is not participating in the federal Assault-Style Firearm Compensation Program, joining several Southwestern Ontario forces including London and Windsor police.
- Police chiefs said unclear scope, administration, and resource impacts prompted non-participation, while they argued efforts should focus on illegal firearms smuggled from the United States.
- The federal program has $248.6 million to cover about 136,000 outlawed firearms, and Canadians must declare interest by March 31 to receive compensation within 45 business days.
- Gun owners in Canada must dispose or permanently deactivate covered weapons by October 30, 2026, or face criminal liability, while compensation follows declarations processed first-come, first-served.
- With provincial resistance growing, several provinces including Province of Alberta, Province of Saskatchewan and Yukon government oppose participation, while only Quebec government and police departments in Winnipeg, Halifax and Cape Breton have signed deals.
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Chatham-Kent police opt out of federal gun buyback program
The Chatham‑Kent Police Service and its police services board have decided not to participate in the federal government’s assault‑style firearms compensation program at this time.
·Sarnia, Canada
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CK police not taking part in federal gun buy back program
The Chatham-Kent Police Service (CKPS) has no plans to participate in the federal government's gun collection program.In a statement, the CKPS explained its resources will be better used on different priorities and initiatives that enhance public safety."The (CKPS) acknowledges the federal government’s continued efforts to address gun violence and remains committed to maintaining strong, collaborative relationships with our federal and provincia…
·Kemptville, Canada
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