While U.S. lawmakers are far from imposing any restrictions on the sale of firearms even after the shocking massacre at a Texas school, Canada is moving toward a total ban on private gun ownership. Those who already hold a gun license will be able to continue using the weapons, but the government also aims to limit the number of gun holders.
In addition, the legislation will make it possible to revoke licenses for those who have committed domestic violence or have been involved in criminal harassment. Also, the cartridges of the pistols will be adjusted to a maximum amount of five bullets. “It’s a concrete and genuine national step that goes above and beyond enough to keep Canadians safe,” Trudeau said. “Other than using guns for sporty shooting and hunting, there is no reason anyone in Canada should need guns in everyday life. While we see violence with weapons continuing to rise, it is our duty to take action.”
Unlike the US, Canada has extensive laws governing the purchase of weapons and restrictions on the types of weapons. Under current guidelines, weapons seeking to acquire weapons must undergo comprehensive background checks and all rifles must be locked and without bullets when unused. 22 people in Nova Scotia Two years ago, the deadliest mass shooting event in the history of Canada, Trudeau immediately announced the outlawing of 1,500 different types of assault rifles and military-style weapons.