Buckeye Reporter

Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris has previously expressed support for gun confiscation and mandatory buybacks. Should she continue to advocate for government-mandated gun seizures, Harris might consider examining Canada's experience with such measures. Canada, a nation with fewer guns and gun owners than the United States, has faced challenges in implementing its program.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced a ban on handguns and assault weapons over four years ago. Despite being portrayed as urgent, the mandate remains largely unimplemented. According to TheGunBlog.ca, the Canadian government appears uncertain about how to proceed.

In May, Conservative Member of Parliament Shelby Kramp-Neuman posed 12 questions to the federal Department of Public Safety regarding the program's implementation. Her inquiries covered topics such as the start date for gun seizures, projected costs, and why Orders-in-Council were used instead of parliamentary procedures.

The government's response offered few specifics. It stated that implementation "will occur in two phases," with Phase 1 beginning in 2024 and Phase 2 following soon after. The document did not provide evidence supporting the ban or detailed answers to Kramp-Neuman's questions.

The program has led to criticism from responsible gun owners and concerns about wasted taxpayer dollars. Crime rates under Trudeau's Liberal government have continued to rise despite these efforts.

Federal Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc defended the expenditures, stating they were necessary to meet commitments made to Canadians regarding timelines for confiscation. He expressed confidence in delivering the program effectively.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith recently proposed amendments to protect gun owners' rights within provincial law. While these changes cannot alter federal laws, they aim to align provincial policies with local values and may inspire similar actions in other provinces.