Chestermere RCMP issue alert after water gun mistaken for firearm
Chestermere RCMP seized a realistic water gun from youths, sparking a public safety warning about the dangers of replica firearms. Learn the details and police advice.
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Sault teen charged after pointing cap gun at police cruiser
A Sault Ste. Marie teen has been charged after allegedly pointing a cap gun at a police cruiser. Police stress the dangers of imitation firearms. Read the full details.
Saskatoon Police, Family Dispute Imitation Firearm Claim
A fatal altercation at Saskatoon's Royal University Hospital leads to conflicting claims about an imitation firearm. Police and the deceased's family present differing accounts of the incident.
Saskatoon family disputes police claim after fatal hospital incident
A Saskatoon family challenges police claims about an imitation firearm after a fatal altercation at Royal University Hospital. Get the latest details on the dispute and investigation.
Federal Gun Buyback Pilot Deemed a Colossal Failure
A six-week federal firearms buyback pilot in Cape Breton collected just 25 guns, far below the 200 target, at a cost of nearly $6,000 per weapon. Despite the poor results, the program is set to expand nationwide.
Liberal Gun Buyback Pilot Fails, Wastes Billions
Saskatchewan's Firearms Commissioner criticizes the Mark Carney government's failed long-gun buyback pilot. Learn why the program is called wasteful and what it means for Canadian gun owners.
Cape Breton Gun Buyback: 25 Firearms, $26,535 Paid
A federal firearms buyback pilot in Cape Breton collected 25 guns from 16 owners, paying $26,535 in compensation. The government is analyzing data before a national rollout.
Federal Firearms Buyback Pilot Collects 25 Guns
A federal pilot program in Cape Breton saw 16 participants surrender 25 prohibited firearms for $26,535 in compensation. The national rollout is set for later this month.
Imitation gun incident at Lloydminster City Hall leads to charge
RCMP in Lloydminster have laid a charge after a person allegedly pointed an imitation firearm at individuals at City Hall. Get the latest details on this alarming public safety incident.
Gun Buyback Pilot Fails, Collects Only 25 Weapons
A federal gun buyback pilot program in Nova Scotia collected just 25 firearms, far short of its 200-gun target. Despite the failure, the Liberal government plans a national expansion.
Attempted murder charge laid after Manitoulin Island incident
Ontario Provincial Police have laid an attempted murder charge following a firearms-related incident on Manitoulin Island. One suspect faces multiple offences.
Windsor offender sentenced for Pierre Avenue shooting
A Windsor man is headed to prison for a 2023 shooting on Pierre Avenue, described by the court as bringing a gun to a fist fight. Get the full details on the sentencing.
Calgary police report sharp rise in gun violence
Calgary police warn of a significant increase in shootings and gun violence tied to gang conflicts. Authorities are urging community vigilance and cooperation.
Federal Gun Buyback Pilot Collects 25 Firearms
Ottawa's pilot program collected 25 prohibited guns as Quebec pledges support with a $12M federal compensation deal. Learn about provincial reactions and the national rollout plan.
Ottawa to Fund Quebec Gun Buyback Efforts
The Canadian federal government announces financial support for Quebec's firearm buyback initiative. Learn about the program's details and its impact on public safety.
3-year sentence for Edmonton man with 3D-printed gun
A 39-year-old Edmonton man with a violent past received a three-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to charges including possession of a loaded 3D-printed firearm. Read the full details of the case.
Man on bail faces new gun, drug charges in Toronto
Jordan Agostino, 30, arrested on Christmas Day in Toronto, faces slew of charges including weapons and trafficking. The Thunder Bay man was previously released on bail in a major drug bust case.
Man with Sword in Toronto Park Sparks Police Response
A viral video of a man wielding a sword in Trinity Bellwoods Park highlights police challenges, while a separate surge of real gun seizures across the GTA underscores a more dangerous trend.
3 Firearm Discharges in Scarborough Under Police Investigation
Toronto police are investigating three separate incidents of firearm discharges in Scarborough on January 6, 2026, including two in the same neighbourhood. No injuries reported.
London man faces gun charges after medical issue
A London man is facing multiple firearm-related charges after police were called to assist with a medical emergency. The incident highlights the intersection of public health and safety enforcement.
Arrest made after fatal shooting on bus at Yorkdale GO terminal
Toronto police arrested a suspect and recovered a firearm after a man was fatally shot inside a bus at the Yorkdale GO bus terminal on January 4, 2026. Details on the investigation.
Police Probe Gunshots Report in North Preston, N.S.
RCMP are investigating a report of gunshots in North Preston, Nova Scotia. Police responded to the scene and are asking the public for information.
U.S. Court Overturns California Open Carry Ban
A U.S. appeals court has ruled California's ban on openly carrying firearms in populous areas unconstitutional. Explore the legal battle and its implications for gun rights in Canada and beyond.
Guelph woman charged for pointing gun at officers
A Guelph woman faces serious charges after allegedly pointing a firearm at police officers. Get the latest details on this developing incident.
Surrey house shot at three times in December
Surrey RCMP are investigating after a home was struck by gunfire for the third time this month. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Multiple suspects fled Oshawa shooting: police
Durham police say multiple people fled the scene of a shooting in Oshawa that left a man with life-threatening injuries. The victim, found on a sidewalk, is now stable. Investigators seek public assistance.
RCMP seek suspects in rural Sask. armed robbery of 20 guns
Maidstone RCMP asks for public assistance to identify three masked suspects who stole approximately 20 firearms and a crossbow from a rural home in the RM of Eldon on Dec. 28.
Oklahoma man kills neighbour with stray bullet from yard
Authorities report a fatal shooting in Oklahoma where a man firing a gun in his yard struck and killed a neighbour sitting several blocks away. The incident occurred on December 29, 2025.
Brampton man arrested after fake gun threat at TTC station
A 20-year-old Brampton man faces charges after allegedly threatening a transit rider with a replica firearm and attempting to set their jacket on fire at Kennedy Station. Police recovered the weapon from a snowbank.
1 Dead, 3 Wounded in Chicago Mass Shooting
A mass shooting in Chicago's River North district on December 28, 2025, left one man dead and three others wounded. Police focused on a green Porsche at the scene. Get the latest details.
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