Doesn't the people who run the POL and PAL licenses send you a reminder that your license is going to expire. Just noticed my POL expired in Dec.....never received anything as a reminder......
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Doesn't the people who run the POL and PAL licenses send you a reminder that your license is going to expire. Just noticed my POL expired in Dec.....never received anything as a reminder......
No reminders.
Got any friends that can store your guns until you become legal again. According to our stupid gun laws you are now breaking the law if you have any guns at home and you are the only one in the home with a PAL / POL
Thought, they were changing the rules?? They were giving more time to renew instead of revoking license. Maybe Mikepal knows.
Taken from here -> http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/cfp-pcaf/index-eng.htm
The online renewal form can be found at this link as well.
Government of Canada Extends Firearms Regulatory Compliance Measures
The Government of Canada has announced the extension, until May 16, 2015, of two firearms regulatory compliance incentives:
- New Possession Only Licence (POL) initiative – Allows eligible holders of an expired POL to apply for a new POL.
- Amnesty – Applies to individual owners of non-restricted firearms who have expired firearms licences or, in the Province of Quebec only, owners of unregistered non-restricted firearms. Providing these individuals are attempting to come back into firearms licensing and registration compliance, this amnesty gives them the opportunity to do so without risk of prosecution.
For further information, please contact the RCMP Canadian Firearms Program at 1-800-731-4000.
They do send out notices, is your address current with them? -> http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/cfp-pcaf/f...renouv-eng.htm
The CFP will send a renewal notice approximately 90 days before the expiry date of a licence. For this reason, the CFP needs to be notified of address changes.
I believe this to be correct. I have lived at the same address for 20 years and get reminders every five years. I'm good till 2019 at this time.
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Originally Posted by Quack_Kills
There is proposed legislation that would create a permanent 6-month amnesty period for an expired licence, but it is stalled at first reading in the House of Commons, and does not seem to be high on the government's list of priorities.Quote:
Originally Posted by chris lavoie
The OP would seem to be covered in any case by the regulatory amnesty extended to May, 2015.
i know my mom recieved a notice of hers expireing in the fall... my pal expires in june, see if i get a notice...
It's your responsibility to keep your licence current not the governments!
I never got a notice, and planned to put in on time. Even asked advise here from a respectable member as I'm not good with online shenanigans. Well, as usual, I waited til a week before mine expired jan 27. I filled out the necessaries, paid $19 for fast track mail, and low and behold it was in my mailbox yesterday. You can fax the info to "start" ur file then mail the rest.
My dad received a reminder this past year.
Do they have your proper address on file?
Talked to the CFP and all is good......i have until May 16 2015 to renew and all guns are still ok to be kept in my possession as i have put forth the effort and contacted them.....there sending me the form i need as i cant just renew online as it has expired......seems i forgot to notify them my address change 4 yrs ago as there was a reminder sent to my address on file which was returned to them.....my bad but all is good now.....
Always good to have these threads opened just to remind guys to look at their PAL/POL and see when it's due to expire and get the ball rolling in advance..Quote:
Originally Posted by Deerslayer99
And if you have a prohibited RPAL, it is gone for good should you let it expire. You then MUST sell any prohibs.
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Originally Posted by blasted_saber
Figured that was the problem. Glad you got it worked out.Quote:
Originally Posted by Deerslayer99
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Originally Posted by Brampton Mike
WHAT ???
People required to take responsibilily for their actions
You must be a Old Fart .
LOL
I always renew mine 6 - 8 months in advance. Also when I send mine in I do it as registered mail.
How many guys/gals pulled out card and had a look...Me....2018...lol
Good thread.. I just checked and found that i have until the fall to renew.
Has anyone used the online renewal?
http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/cfp-pcaf/o...-a-feu-eng.htm
I cannot see anywhere if I can start my renewal now or wait until the last 3 months or so.. and I assume that the expiry is always set on your birthday?
I did mine last November by using the on-line form fill-in feature,print it off,attach the "certified" photograph (mug shot,LOL) and mailed it off. I had my new PAL in three weeks. Easy-peasy.Quote:
Originally Posted by Meadowlands
Thanks..
I see that you can also just upload a jpeg.. so no mailing required.
How long before your expiry did you renew?
For me,it was 3 months. Never leave something like this until the last minute.Quote:
Originally Posted by Meadowlands
I just renewed and mine expires in May. Got on it early because I didn't want to chance being being without for Turkey season. Did the whole thing online including the pictures, couldn't be simpler. Took less than two weeks. I was pleasantly surprised with the efficiency from a government office.Quote:
Originally Posted by Meadowlands
Mine says 2009Quote:
Originally Posted by line052
Since I own a PROHIB I wanted to ensure the timely renewal of my permit ; soooo , I printed the forms (off the web) and mailed them with the requested fee ($80) . 2 days later I received their reminder with the necessary forms . In other words : They'd sent the renewal-forms automatically . However , they'd asked for only $60 regardless of being aware that I owned a prohib (all the details were printed on the forms already) . Needless to say that I contacted them right-away and demanded a $20 refund . --- The first RESPONDER assured me that $80 was the proper amount since it involved a prohib . --- After having my INQUEST transfered to another individual I was informed that indeed $60 was sufficient . --- Another 3 weeks passed and I was told that the ($20) refund had been approved in January and it would be in the mail soon . --- Sofar , I'm still waiting !
Got my notice 2 1/2 months before my birthday, printed the forms, got a pic and mailed it back the same week. Got my new card in just under 4 weeks with almost a month to spare.
just a bit of info in case it's not known; Walmart (at least the newer ones) take the pics you need in the photo section. A whole lot cheaper (about $11) than going to a Passport Photo studio (about $20).
And for those of you who are Costco members it is even cheaper....Quote:
Originally Posted by MikePal
Has this changed recently because I haev only ever taken my own photo?
I've done half of mine. Passport style was what was described on my last renewal, following the guidelines on the application package.
I have not looked at the instructions for the past two years.
You may take the photo yourself ; they'll accept it . --- I've always taken my own .Quote:
Originally Posted by chris1395
X2 - I did the same and it was fine. Just needs to fit the measurement requirements. I took a selfie with my iphone, printed it off and sent it in.Quote:
Originally Posted by Gunner 38
FishFrenzy
Ok I thought so but thought well maybe they changed it when they brought in the online renewal. I did the same thing I sat on the floor in front of my fridge for the neutral background and took a selfie, one of the only times I will admit I took a selfie. lol.Quote:
Originally Posted by FishFrenzy
They accepted this??!?? lolQuote:
Originally Posted by FishFrenzy
Attachment 28731
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Originally Posted by Angus
be better if you were holding a firearm... as long as your license hasnt expired ;) lol
Photo Instructions You are not required to submit a passport type photograph or a photograph that has been taken by a professional photographer. However your photograph must meet the following criteria:Show a full front view of your head and shoulders.Use a plain, contrasting background without shadows.Do not wear a hat or sunglasses. Your eyes should be clearly visible and should not appear to be red.The photo should have been taken within the last twelve (12) months.Size: the photo should be no larger than 45 mm x 57 mm (1 3/4" x 2 1/4"). Your head in the photograph must be at least 30 mm (1 3/16") high.The photo must be original, not taken from an existing photo.Digitally produced photos are acceptable provided all other requirements are met.Cut the photograph to fit the size requirements before sending it to us.Signature Instructions Print and sign your name on the back of your photograph.Sticker Instructions Print your name on the label.Cut and affix the label to the back of your photograph.Enclose the photograph with your application.
The online renewal.....They want you to sign in with what???? Your banks user name and password???
Yeah, right! I don't think so!
https://www.services.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/...ferer=eCFISIWS
Apparently 10lbs of gold didn't meet the criteria... they wanted a pic of my ugly mug instead lolQuote:
Originally Posted by Angus
FishFrenzy
Geez just realized I moved without changing my address on the CFP site. Thanks for the thread.
Dan O.
So I got separated years ago and my ex recently found a license renewal. Expired back in 2012. It was fee waived and such. I sent a email to the RCMP with the file number and firearms license number. Waiting to here back and hopefully I don't have to retake course.
Depending how recently your POL expired you maybe able to renew it, without having to do a Firearm Course and the exam. There is suppose to be a 6 month hold over period for PAL renewal, which means your firearms are cover for up to six months as you wait for your new PAL, however you may not purchase firearms or ammunition until you get the updated licence. Those who are renewing a their POL were suppose to now be issued a PAL. The catch 22 is weather you might have over shot the deadline by not starting the POL renewal before the expiry date. I would have thought they should have sent you a reminder. In the past I usually receive a reminder 3 months before the renewal date, but knowing their processing speed like Greatwhite I apply six months before the expiry date. I generally end up getting my update PAL a couple of days ahead of receiving their reminder notice.
If your POL has just recently expired say with in a month they may yet act on the renewal and provide you with a PAL. If not your are most likely looking at a Firearm course and exam in order to get your PAL.
You don't stop hunting because you grow old. You grow old because you stop hunting.
- Gun Nut
OP says it expired in 2012......!Quote:
Originally Posted by Gun Nut