Manitoba Gun Owners Left Confused as Federal Buyback Program Begins

Toronto police ask for more details about federal gun buyback program, say no 'viable plan' presented

Toronto police have not ruled out taking part in a national gun buyback program, and say they have asked the federal government for more information and are committed to reviewing the program once details are provided.

Manitoba gun owners left confused as federal buyback program begins

As the federal government’s gun buyback program officially gets off the ground, it’s leaving some local gun owners confused and frustrated.

Ontario Premier Rejects Federal Gun Buyback Program, Calls for Focus on Criminals Instead

Ontario Premier Doug Ford said he opposes the federal gun buyback program, calling on Ottawa to instead focus on illegally obtained firearms and bail reform in its efforts to make streets safer. Ottawa has earmarked over $700 million for the buyback program, which launched nationwide on Jan. 19, and has the stated goal of tackling gun crime by compensating gun owners who voluntarily turn in “assault-style” rifles that now fall under the governme…