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PAL Courses, Firearm Safety & Archery Training

 

Shooting is our passion

Located in Durham Region we specialize in shooting sports; archery, firearms and hunting. Whether you are new to shooting or an experienced shooter our seasoned instructors can help you reach your goals. We bring extensive experience and professionalism to every course or training session. We can support your individual needs and concerns.

Our Instructors are members of Firearms Safety Education Service of Ontario (FSESO) and are Certified by the Chief Firearms Officer (CFO) of Ontario to deliver the Canadian Firearms Safety Course (CFSC) and the Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course (CRFSC) also known as the PAL and RPAL courses

You can verify instructor status by going to fseso website and clicking Certified Instructor Directory. You will find Beth under Region 6

 

Small Group Private bookings

With a small group booking you are able to enjoy taking your courses with your friends and family. You receive the same high level of professionalism you would in our public classes but you can enjoy the course with people you know and are comfortable with.

Due to scheduling conflicts we currently do not have any availability for small group bookings. Please check our courses dates page for upcoming classes.

 

What they are saying about us

“I took my PAL course both restricted and non-restricted. Beth is an excellent instructor. She keeps everyone focused and engaged. Her knowledge and expertise were evident. I highly recommend Beth if you are thinking of getting your PAL” Frank, Student

“I do appreciate everything – you made the material easy to grasp and I learned a lot this weekend that I’ll be using moving forward when I go out to the range to be a more safe and responsible shooter. Thank you again.” – Nick B, Student

“What a great weekend. Private group of seven did both the non restricted and restricted courses. Long days but Beth was great. I would recommend firing line academy for all your PAL requirements. Thanks again” - Dave B, Student

“Beth is very professional at what she does and I very much enjoyed taking the PAL course from her. Thanks Beth.” Richard K, Student

 

Contact

Areas of service

Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa, Clairington & Durham Region

 

Our class room

Gagnon Sports is located at 385 Bloor Street W Oshawa. Our class room features windows with natural light, 55” TV for our presentation and plenty of space. Gagnon Sports is easily accessible from 401 via the Simcoe St. exit.

 
 

➤ CONTACT US

To be notified of upcoming courses please email

notifications@firinglineacademy.com

For general questions please email

beth_wilkinson@outlook.com

Areas of Practice


Canadian Firearms Safety COURSE (CFSC) - PAL Course

Commonly know as a PAL course the Canadian Firearms Safety Course (CFSC) was developed in partnership with the provinces and territories, national organizations with an ongoing interest in firearms safety, and many firearms and hunter education course instructors from across Canada. This course was developed to meet the mandatory requirements of section 7 of the Firearms Act.  The legislation stipulates that individuals wishing to acquire non-restricted firearms must take the CFSC and pass the tests.

Non-restricted guns used in PAL course

Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course (CRFSC) - RPAL course

In accordance with the Firearms Act, a new firearms safety course focusing on restricted firearms (primarily handguns) was developed and implemented on February 1, 1999. The legislation stipulates that individuals wishing to acquire restricted and/or prohibited firearms must take the Canadian Firearms Safety Course (CFSC) and the Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course (CRFSC) and pass the tests.

Prerequisite to take CRFSC

  • You must be 18+

  • You must have a PAL or proof of successful complete of the CFSC
     

Restricted firearms handguns used in RPAL course

Archery Lessons

From beginners to the advanced, we can help all archers in learning the basics or refining there technique. Our coaches are certified though NCCP and are members of the Ontario Archery Association. We book private, semi private and small group classes. Contact us through our Let’s Chat portal or email us directly.

 
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