The inability to ship ammunition through Canada Post is creating significant barriers for businesses, hunters, sport shooters, law enforcement, and rural and Indigenous communities who depend on fair access to these supplies.

We urge businesses and consumers to write their Members of Parliament, advocating for amendments to the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act or policy changes at Canada Post to allow ammunition shipments under the “Limited Quantities” exemption.

This essential change would address inequities, support cultural and subsistence rights, and ensure safe, regulated shipping options for Canadians everywhere. Your voice can help make this critical change possible, so contact your MP today!

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TEMPLATE LETTER

[Your Business Letterhead]
[Date]

[Your Member of Parliament’s Name]
[Their Office Address]
[City, Province, Postal Code]

RE: Allowing Ammunition Shipments Through Canada Post

Dear [MP’s Name],

I am writing to you on behalf of [Your Business Name], a local company that has experienced significant financial losses amounting to over [$$ value monthly or yearly], due to Canada Post’s refusal to ship ammunition to individuals. This policy not only harms businesses like ours but also disproportionately impacts Canadians in rural, remote, and Indigenous communities who rely on Canada Post as their sole shipping option.

The Canadian Sporting Arms and Ammunition Association (CSAAA) has been advocating for Canada Post to permit ammunition shipments by amending Transport Canada’s Dangerous Goods Act or revising Canada Post policies to include ammunition under the “Limited Quantities” exemption for businesses. Ammunition is inherently safe for transport and handling, yet it remains prohibited from Canada Post’s shipping network.

This restriction also impacts lawful firearm owners, including hunters, sport shooters, law enforcement, and small businesses. It is particularly harmful to Indigenous communities where hunting and access to firearms supplies are critical to both cultural traditions and subsistence living.

We respectfully ask that you to take action by:

1. Supporting amendments to the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act to include ammunition under the Limited Quantities exemption.
2. Lobbying Canada Post to revise its policies to allow ammunition shipments for verified contract customers and businesses.

Canada Post has stated that policy changes could occur if regulatory updates were made. With proper packaging and adherence to Transport Canada guidelines, ammunition shipments can meet all safety requirements and align with practices in other jurisdictions.

For businesses like ours, Canada Post is the only nationwide carrier capable of reaching rural and remote areas. Its refusal to ship ammunition imposes a significant burden on lawful businesses and constituents who depend on fair access to these supplies.

We sincerely request your support in addressing this barrier and ensuring equitable access for all Canadians. Thank you for your attention to this pressing issue.

Yours truly,

[Your Full Name]
[Your Position]
[Your Business Name]
[Your Contact Information]