Newfoundland and Labrador Latest Province to Refuse Federal Gun Buyback Program

NL Premier Says Province Won’t Participate in Federal Gun Buyback

Newfoundland and Labrador is the latest province to announce it will not participate in the federal gun buyback program, saying police resources should instead be directed toward addressing violent crime, drug-related activity, and repeat offenders. The province made the announcement in a Jan. 27 news release, saying the federal program “does not reflect the realities of the province or align with its public safety priorities.” The province also…

Newfoundland and Labrador latest province to refuse federal gun buyback program

Newfoundland and Labrador has joined several other provinces and territories that are refusing to participate in the federal firearms buyback program, saying the initiative punishes hunters and law-abiding citizens.

N.L. won't take part in federal gun buyback, says cash better spent on curbing crime

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N.L. won't participate in Ottawa's firearms buyback program

The Newfoundland and Labrador government says it won't be participating in the federal government's firearms compensation program, saying it doesn't align with its public safety priorities.

January 28, 2026 – Do you agree with the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador’s decision to opt out of the federal government’s firearms compensation program?