Skepticism Around the Launch of the Federal Firearms Buyback Program

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Saskatchewan officials are warning there may be limited participation in the federal firearms buyback program. In response, the province has put its own measures in place to ensure firearm owners receive fair market value and aren’t left absorbing costs tied to the federal plan—but what does that actually mean, and how will it work logistically? To break it down, Evan is joined by Robert Freberg, Saskatchewan Firearms Commissioner and former Chief Firearms Officer for Saskatchewan.
20 Jan 10AM English Canada News Commentary

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