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The Supreme Court of Canada has agreed to hear four appeals challenging the Liberal government’s 2020 firearms ban. Global’s Jazan Grewal is joined by Noah Schwartz, a firearms policy researcher and an assistant professor of political science at the University of the Fraser Valley, to discuss the impact this decision could have on Canadians. 

Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree said Monday that the deadline for Canadians to voluntarily enroll in the Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program is approaching, with just seven days remaining until March 31. “Right now, we have over 26,000 Canadians who have voluntarily enrolled, declaring over 51,000 firearms,” he said, adding that compliance under the act will no...

During a press conference in Ottawa on Wednesday, Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree said details regarding the firearms used in the Tumbler Ridge tragedy will be publicized “once the RCMP investigation is complete.”

Saskatchewan passes an amendment for gun owners to store prohibited firearms under the compensation program on behalf of the province through a certificate of exemption.

The London Police Service shared additional details about the investigation into the explosives case. Four people have been charged with allegedly storing chemicals and manufacturing firearms in a London home, nearly two weeks after a break and enter on the Western University campus sparked the investigation. Kevin Gallagher has more.

The nationwide deadline for gun owners to participate in the federal government’s buyback program has come and gone, with fewer than half the number of firearms collected that the Carney government hoped for. Miranda Anthistle was joined by Noah Schwartz, a firearms researcher and Professor at the University of the Fraser Valley, who explains why...

The gun buyback program has seen a shortfall since its implementation in 2020, following the Nova Scotia mass-shooting that spurred the banning of over 2500 different firearms. As Touria Izri reports, legal gun owners say they’re being unfairly targeted. Editor’s note: We have removed a portion of this video in which the reporter incorrectly classifies...

Ten people were shot early Sunday in Shreveport, Louisiana, in what authorities describe as a domestic disturbance, leaving eight children dead. The victims range in age from 1-year-old to about 14-years-old. Police say the suspect fled the scene, carjacked a vehicle, and led officers on a chase before being killed after officers discharged their firearms.

Kirk Moore, the principal of Oklahoma’s Pauls Valley High School, is being hailed a hero after tackling an alleged gunman who pointed his gun and threatened two students to “get on the ground.” CCTV footage shows the high-tension moment when the suspect Victor Hawkins walks in with the firearm. Two students can be seen running...

Calgary police have arrested a 21-year-old man in Canada on a student visa, charging them with discharging a firearm with intent. As Craig Momney reports, police allege the accused was involved in an extortion-related shooting last month targeting members of the city’s South Asian community and is the second person arrested in under a week.

The B.C. government is investing more money in the fight against extortion violence. It’s committing $600,000 to expand the province’s forensic firearms lab. B.C. Minister of Public Safety Nina Kreiger explains how the funding will help support police in their investigations.

A preliminary examination into a days-long power outage that led to a water catastrophe in a northern First Nation found firearm damage near the power line, Manitoba Hydro said Monday.

Scott Moe steps into the bear pit at the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities convention. Regina city council talks funding for the new indoor aquatic facility and changes to transit fares. The provincial government announces new legislation that helps Saskatchewan gun owners get fair value for their prohibited firearms under the federal buyback program.

Major changes are on the way for the Saskatoon airport as YXE is set to undergo the largest development in it’s history. Scott Moe steps into the bear pit at the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities convention in Regina. The provincial government announces new legislation that helps Saskatchewan gun owners get fair value for their...

A hold and secure was lifted at Greenall High School Wednesday after police responded to reports of an individual with a firearm in a vehicle near the school. Officers seized three BB-style long guns and arrested two male youths. Police say no injuries were reported and there is no ongoing risk to public safety. The...

The federal Liberals’ gun buyback plan is being criticized after a pilot of the program resulted in far fewer firearms being handed in than expected. Heidi Petracek explains how Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree is responding to the criticism, the changes he’s making, and what some critics say should happen instead.

Since the shootings in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., RCMP has responded to five incidents at Alberta schools involving firearm concerns. Meghan Cobb has more.

In the wake of the deadly shootings in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., RCMP in Alberta say they’ve had to respond to an increased number of firearms complaints related to schools. Sarah Ryan explains.

Who owned the guns used in the Tumbler Ridge killings has not been established. Police say firearms were removed from the shooter’s family home, but recently returned.That is raising many quesiton about how someone wiht mental health challenges had acces to guns. Rumina Daya went looking for answers.

RCMP release the names and more information about the six children and two adults killed during the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C. Alberta RCMP are responding to an increased number of firearms complaints related to schools. Organizations say young people need more mental health supports across the country. Edson and Yellowhead County residents have...