A rally is scheduled in Quebec City for Saturday, organized by individuals against the federal government's firearms ban and compensation program. This event arises during the six-week window in which gun owners can engage with a federal program designed to financially compensate them for surrendering or deactivating firearms deemed only appropriate for combat situations. Protesters aim to portray the government’s measures as unfairly targeting responsible gun owners, amidst ongoing debates about gun control in Canada.

Over the past three years, the Liberal government has prohibited approximately 2,500 types of firearms, including popular models like the AR-15 and Ruger Mini-14. The government mandates that all prohibited firearms and devices must either be disposed of or permanently deactivated before the end of the amnesty period, which concludes on October 30. Critics, including representatives from the National Firearms Association, argue that these policies unfairly disarm law-abiding citizens while failing to effectively combat criminal activity.

The rally's timing has drawn scrutiny, particularly following a recent mass shooting in British Columbia, which some perceive as a negative backdrop for the demonstration. This highlights the complexities of gun control debates in Canada, where public safety concerns intersect with the rights of firearm owners. The rally is positioned as a statement against what participants characterize as ideological scapegoating and calls for a reevaluation of the government’s stance on firearm legislation.