How Canada's largest gun control effort in decades is missing the mark
Canada recently banned 2,500 models of "assault-style" firearms - but a plan to buy-back tens of thousands of guns fell short by half.
Coverage by Political Leaning
See how different sides of the spectrum reported this story
Notable Quotes
"Without a comprehensive ban on assault weapons, there is no ban… and the money will be wasted."
— Heidi Rathjen , Activist
"Don't ask me to explain the logic to you on this."
— Gary Anandasangaree , Politician
Key People
Beaven is Saskatchewan's newly appointed firearms commissioner.
Nardi is a Montreal-based gun shop owner.
Canada's Minister of Public Safety.
Rathjen has been advocating for a ban on assault-style rifles since 1989.
Negin is a professor of public health at the University of Sydney.
Tags
All Coverage
Canada recently banned 2,500 models of "assault-style" firearms - but a plan to buy-back tens of thousands of guns fell short by half.
Similar Stories
Related coverage based on topic and tags
Canada announces 'dollar-for-dollar' retaliatory tariffs on US as high as 50%
The latest escalation in an ongoing trade war between the US and Canada will see new levies on goods from steel to furniture, fresh tuna and makeup.
August 25, 2026 at 05:54 PMCanada's budget deficit over first three months of 2026/27 shrinks to C$370 million - Reuters
Canada's budget deficit over first three months of 2026/27 shrinks to C$370 million Reuters
August 28, 2026 at 05:46 PMAt least 37 dead and hundreds evacuated after strike on Kyiv weapons depot
An investigation has begun into the storage of weapons for Ukraine's military near a residential area.
August 29, 2026 at 12:55 PMCanada says it will match US tariffs 'dollar for dollar' as trade talks break down
A new 50% levy on $20bn of Canadian imports comes into force after a last-minute breakdown in trade talks.
August 22, 2026 at 04:46 AMTwo injured in stabbing attack at Canada Sikh temple
One suspect is in custody, but police have not disclosed a possible motive.
August 21, 2026 at 06:27 PMIndia signs deal with US to buy Javelin anti-tank missile systems - Reuters
India signs deal with US to buy Javelin anti-tank missile systems Reuters
August 28, 2026 at 11:31 AM