Category: Canada

Tracey Wilson 2018-07-05 The scorching heat wave ravaging Ottawa isn’t the only thing heating up. The great Canadian gun debate continues to draw attention and criticism of the Minister’s lack of action to combat gang violence – a serious growing threat, while he continues to wage war against duck hunters and sport shooters. Bill C-71... Read more

Tracey Wilson 2018-06-24 Heidi and I agree on something, finally! “Bill C-71 is devoid of any bold measures to combat the upward trends of gun-related crime, homicides and suicides” (from her June 18/2018 opinion piece in the Hill Times). READ IT That is where any type of agreement ends however. The disdain for legal firearms owners... Read more

Tracey Wilson 2018-06-18 As C-71 continues it’s path through the House of Commons and on to the Senate, Canadians across the nation can’t help but notice the bias and bizarre behaviour of those charged with crafting and pushing this legislation. The roots of this bill run deep with the anti-gun lobby group Poly Remembers. Their registered... Read more

Tracey Wilson 2018-06-12 The leadership team of the CCFR descended on beautiful Gatineau, Quebec this past weekend joined by members and volunteers from across the country. The two day event saw a mix of official corporate business and an appreciation day at the range for field officers and volunteers followed by a social. With parliament... Read more

Tracey Wilson 2018-06-05 The House of Commons was operating late on Monday night in anticipation of the clause-by-clause reading of BILL C-71 which began today, Tuesday June 5, 2018. Debate went late, approaching midnight in Ottawa. The topic of firearms legislation has sent the country into a state of over-polarization with outlandish claims and emotion-driven testimony.... Read more

The CCFR sent two delegates to the Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security yesterday to voice our opposition of bill C-71. C.E.O. & Executive Director Rod Giltaca and V.P. of Public Relations & registered lobbyist Tracey Wilson appeared before committee as witnesses to provide testimony on the analysis and contentions we have on this... Read more