Chief Firearms Officer (CFO) – Manitoba and Nunavut – Winnipeg, MB

Chief Firearms Officer – Manitoba and Nunavut

Firearms Licensing and Regulation

The Chief Firearms Officer (CFO) for Manitoba and Nunavut operates out of this federal office on Ellice Avenue in Winnipeg. As part of the Canadian Firearms Program (CFP) overseen by the RCMP, this regulatory body is responsible for the administration of the Firearms Act within the province. The office handles the review and approval of Possession and Acquisition Licences (PAL), authorizations to transport restricted firearms, and the licensing of shooting ranges and businesses that sell firearms. While much of the application process is handled centrally in New Brunswick, this local office manages file reviews, background checks, and public safety determinations specific to Manitoba residents.

• Licence Processing: Reviews applications for firearms licences to ensure applicants meet public safety criteria.
• Authorizations: Issues Authorizations to Transport (ATT) and Authorizations to Carry (ATC) for restricted firearms under specific legal circumstances.
• Safety Training: Oversees the designation of instructors for the Canadian Firearms Safety Course (CFSC).

Administrative Office

This location serves as the administrative headquarters for firearms regulation in the region. It is important to note that this is a government administrative office, not a police station for reporting crimes or surrendering weapons directly without prior arrangement. Most services are conducted via mail, phone, or the web services portal. Public access for inquiries is generally by appointment or through the national contact centre, as the facility maintains strict security protocols.