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Saskatchewan Premier Moe Lauds Gun Legislation From 'Hottest' Justice Minister
Saskatchewan's new law lets licensed owners keep federally prohibited guns with exemption certificates until fair compensation is provided by Ottawa, aiming to protect gun owners from federal buyback effects.
- On Wednesday, Saskatchewan passed a law allowing owners to apply for exemption certificates for federally prohibited guns, and Moe promoted the legislation with a video praising McLeod.
- Responding to Ottawa, the Saskatchewan Party government says it is not breaking federal law but seeks its repeal, with Moe stating, 'We have taken a very significant and I think firm stand when it comes to standing up for law‑abiding gun owners in this province and across the nation'.
- Administrative details show that licence‑holding owners in good standing must register with the provincial firearms office to receive certificates citing Criminal Code exemptions.
- With federal notices looming, Ottawa set a March 31 declaration deadline and an Oct. 30 surrender window, warning of licence loss or criminal liability for non-compliance, while not commenting on Saskatchewan's law.
- Looking to the longer term, Moe told delegates it will take "years and years and years" for firearms to be assessed and turned in, signaling a prolonged process in Saskatchewan.
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Saskatchewan’s government is fighting back against Ottawa’s gun buyback program through measures it says aim to protect firearm owners.
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