Forests, Fish and Wildlife - Firearms Safety Course

Provided by: Government of Prince Edward Island - Department of Environment, Energy and Climate Action - AKA: Formerly Department of Environment, Water and Climate Change

Service Description

Offers Firearms Safety Courses needed to obtain a hunting license in PEI.

Upon successful completion of the course, students may be issued one of the following licenses depending on their age:
  • Age 18 years and over: Possession and Acquisition License (PAL) for non-restricted firearms
  • Age 17 years and under: Minor's License; which allows the person to borrow and use non-restricted firearms
Note: Please see 211 record for "Hunting License" to see the full list of requirements to be allowed to legally hunt in PEI.

Information

Eligibility:
Ages 12 years or older
Fees:
Yes
How to Access:
Print and complete form (available online) and drop off with fee at any Access PEI location
Documents Required:
Completed application * One of the following types of photo identification: Driver's Licence * Passport * PEI Government Voluntary ID Card * Student Card
Program Hours:
Varies by session
Program Phone Numbers:
Language:
English
Coverage Area:
Epekwitk / Prince Edward Island

Service Locations & Contact Info