July 10, 2026
IPSC Canada National Executive.
Members of IPSC Canada.
Today, IPSC Canada filed a motion with the Supreme Court of Canada seeking intervener status in the challenge to the Order in Council brought before the Court by the Canadian Coalition for Firearms Rights (CCFR).
We believe we bring an important human perspective to the case by demonstrating that the firearms the Government of Canada labelled as “Military Assault Weapons” were, in fact, used for legitimate sporting purposes. These firearms have been used lawfully in our sport by thousands of competitors across Canada. This decision has had a significant impact on our members, and we intend to explain that impact.
We believe it is important to participate in this case because we are not only IPSC competitors, but also firearm owners. The government’s firearms policies have adversely affected firearm owners across Canada, and we believe it is important for our community to stand together.
Participating in this legal process will involve significant costs. We will need to secure funding in the coming year, but we do not expect the cost to be onerous when spread across our 5,000 members. We believe this effort is worthwhile. It will not be an easy undertaking, and there is no guarantee of success. However, we believe it is better to participate and have the opportunity to make our case than to remain on the sidelines.
The next step is for the Supreme Court to decide whether to grant our motion. That process could take several months. Your Section Coordinator will let you know when once the Supreme Court has made its decision.
Until then, keep practicing, keep competing, and keep enjoying the sport of IPSC. We remain optimistic that, in time, we can once again devote our full attention to the sport we love.
See you on the range.
DVC,
Sean Hansen
Regional Director, IPSC Canada
