Submit a declaration - individuals

The nation-wide declaration period ended on March 31, 2026. Declarations can no longer be submitted. Exceptions will only be considered for:

• Those who opened a case with the contact centre before the declaration period ended. Non-digital applications must be postmarked no later than April 15, 2026
• Members of the Canadian Armed Forces or law enforcement agencies having difficulties submitting a declaration due to being deployed outside of Canada

Beginning in April, submitted declarations will be assessed to determine their eligibility for the collection and compensation processes, which are expected to run from spring through early fall 2026. In the coming weeks, individuals will receive a message in their online program account (or by mail if they submitted a paper declaration) with next steps for finalizing their claims and instructions on deactivating or turning in their firearms. Please wait for instructions before proceeding to deactivate or turn in your firearms for compensation under this program.