It's actually called a non-resident declaration, and it's valid for a 60-day period for the non-resident. That acts as a temporary licence while the individual has the firearm within Canada.
Director, Canadian Firearms Program, Royal Canadian Mounted Police
It's actually called a non-resident declaration, and it's valid for a 60-day period for the non-resident. That acts as a temporary licence while the individual has the firearm within Canada.
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