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Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 231
Storage requirements — dwelling 231 (1) When blank cartridges for tools are stored in a dwelling, they must be stored away from flammable substances and sources of ignition, in a manner that protects them from theft and ensures that access to them is limited to people authorized by the retailer. Storage requirements — storage unit (2) When blank cartridges for tools are stored in a storage unit, (a) the storage unit must be located away from flammable substances and sources of ignition; (b) the interior of the storage unit must be kept clean and dry; (c) the storage unit must be constructed and maintained to prevent unauthorized access and to protect the contents from weather; (d) the storage unit must be attended when it is unlocked; (e) if the storage unit is a container, it must not impede exit in case of fire; (f) if the storage unit is not a container, all exits must be kept unobstructed; (g) any shelving in the storage unit must be made from a non-sparking material (for example, wood or painted metal); (h) if propellant powder, percussion caps, small arms cartridges, unmixed reactive targets or black powder cartouches are stored with blank cartridges for tools in the storage unit, they must be stored separately from one another (for example, on different shelves or separated by a wooden barrier); (i) precautions that minimize the likelihood of an ignition or fire in or near the storage unit must be taken; and (j) a sign that displays the words “Danger — Fire Hazard/ Risque d’incendie ” in letters at least 10 cm high and that prohibits smoking using letters, or a symbol, at least 10 cm high must be posted on the storage unit in a clearly visible location. (k) [Repealed, SOR/2024-77, s. 69] SOR/2016-75, ss. 37, 46(E) SOR/2022-121, s. 4 SOR/2024-77, s. 69
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Retailer 233 A retailer may sell blank cartridges for tools only to users. SOR/2016-75, s. 37
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Acquisition 234 A user may acquire and store blank cartridges for tools. A user who acquires or stores blank cartridges for tools must comply with this Division. SOR/2016-75, s. 37 SOR/2024-77, s. 71
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Storage 235 A user must store their blank cartridges for tools in a dwelling or a storage unit and must ensure that the storage requirements of section 237 are met. SOR/2016-75, s. 37 SOR/2022-121, s. 4 SOR/2024-77, s. 71
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 237
Storage requirements — dwelling 237 (1) When blank cartridges for tools are stored in a dwelling, they must be stored away from flammable substances and sources of ignition, in a manner that protects them from theft and ensures that access to them is limited to people authorized by the user. Storage requirements — storage unit (2) When blank cartridges for tools are stored in a storage unit, (a) the storage unit must be located away from flammable substances and sources of ignition; (b) the interior of the storage unit must be kept clean and dry; (c) the storage unit must be constructed and maintained to prevent unauthorized access and to protect the contents from weather; (d) the storage unit must be attended when it is unlocked; (e) if the storage unit is a container, it must not impede exit in case of fire; (f) if the storage unit is not a container, all exits must be kept unobstructed; (g) any shelving in the storage unit must be made from a non-sparking material (for example, wood or painted metal); (h) if propellant powder, percussion caps, small arms cartridges, unmixed reactive targets or black powder cartouches are stored with blank cartridges for tools in the storage unit, they must be stored separately from one another (for example, on different shelves or separated by a wooden barrier); (i) precautions that minimize the likelihood of an ignition or fire in or near the storage unit must be taken; and (j) a sign that displays the words “Danger — Fire Hazard/ Risque d’incendie ” in letters at least 10 cm high and that prohibits smoking using letters, or a symbol, at least 10 cm high must be posted on the storage unit in a clearly visible location. (k) [Repealed, SOR/2024-77, s. 72] SOR/2016-75, ss. 37, 46(E) SOR/2022-121, s. 4 SOR/2024-77, s. 72
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Overview 238 This Part authorizes the acquisition, storage and sale of special purpose explosives. Division 1 sets out the rules for sellers and users of low-hazard special purpose explosives (type S.1: for example, highway flares, personal distress flares, bird scaring cartridges and fire extinguisher cartridges). Division 2 sets out the rules for sellers and users of high-hazard special purpose explosives (type S.2: for example, reactive targets, explosive bolts and cable cutters). Division 3 deals with the destruction of expired marine flares (type S.1 or S.2). SOR/2016-75, s. 27
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 239
Definitions 239 (1) The following definitions apply in this Part. distributor means a person who sells special purpose explosives to other distributors or to retailers, whether or not they sell to users. ( distributeur ) retailer means a person, other than a distributor, who sells special purpose explosives. ( détaillant ) seller means a distributor or a retailer. ( vendeur ) user means a person who acquires special purpose explosives for use. ( utilisateur ) Storage (2) For the purposes of this Part, special purpose explosives are stored in a sales establishment if the explosives are (a) inside the sales establishment, whether in a storage unit or displayed for sale; (b) outside the sales establishment in a storage unit that is used in operating the establishment; or (c) in a licensed magazine that is either inside or outside the establishment. SOR/2022-121, s. 4
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distributor means a person who sells special purpose explosives to other distributors or to retailers, whether or not they sell to users. ( distributeur )
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retailer means a person, other than a distributor, who sells special purpose explosives. ( détaillant )
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user means a person who acquires special purpose explosives for use. ( utilisateur )
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Explosive quantity 240 A reference to the mass of a special purpose explosive in this Part is a reference to its gross mass (the mass of the explosives plus the mass of any packaging or container).
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Definition of licence 241 In this Division, licence means a licence that authorizes the storage of low-hazard special purpose explosives.
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Distributor 242 (1) A distributor may acquire, store and sell low-hazard special purpose explosives if they hold a licence. A distributor who acquires low-hazard special purpose explosives must comply with this Division. Retailer (2) A retailer may acquire, store and sell low-hazard special purpose explosives, whether or not they hold a licence. A retailer who acquires low-hazard special purpose explosives must comply with this Division.
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 243
Licensed seller 243 (1) A seller who holds a licence must store their low-hazard special purpose explosives in the magazine specified in their licence. Unlicensed retailer (2) A retailer who does not hold a licence must store their low-hazard special purpose explosives in a sales establishment other than a dwelling and ensure that the requirements of sections 244 to 246 are met.
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 244
Display for sale 244 (1) Only highway flares, marine flares and personal distress flares may be displayed for sale. Maximum quantity (2) No more than 1 000 kg of flares may be displayed for sale at any one time. Precautions (3) Flares that are displayed for sale must be kept behind a sales counter or locked up (for example, in a cabinet) unless the flares are in consumer packs. Access (4) Only people authorized by the retailer may have access to the area behind a sales counter. Lots (5) Flares that are displayed for sale must be separated into lots of 25 kg or less. Each lot must be separated from the other lots by a fire break. The lots must be kept away from flammable substances and sources of ignition.
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 245
Maximum quantity 245 (1) No more than 1 000 kg of low-hazard special purpose explosives may be stored in a sales establishment at any one time, including those that are displayed for sale. If the sales establishment is located in a building that contains a dwelling, no more than 100 kg may be stored in the establishment at any one time, including explosives that are displayed for sale. Place of storage (2) Low-hazard special purpose explosives that are not displayed for sale must be stored in a storage unit. SOR/2022-121, s. 4
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 246
Storage requirements — storage unit 246 When low-hazard special purpose explosives are stored in a storage unit, (a) the storage unit must be located in a dry place, away from flammable substances and sources of ignition; (b) the storage unit must be constructed and maintained to prevent unauthorized access and to protect the contents from weather; (c) if the storage unit is a container, it must not impede exit in case of fire; (d) if the storage unit is not a container, all exits must be kept unobstructed; (e) any shelving in the storage unit must be constructed from a non-sparking material (for example, wood or painted metal); (f) nothing other than special purpose explosives may be stored in the storage unit; (g) the storage unit must be attended when it is unlocked; (h) the storage unit must be kept clean, dry, organized and free of grit; (i) any spill, leakage or other contamination in the storage unit must be cleaned up immediately; (j) precautions that minimize the likelihood of fire in or near the storage unit must be taken; and (k) a sign that displays the words “Danger — Fire Hazard/ Risque d’incendie ” in letters at least 10 cm high and that prohibits smoking using letters, or a symbol, at least 10 cm high must be posted on the storage unit in a clearly visible location. SOR/2022-121, s. 4
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No sale from dwelling 247 A seller must not sell low-hazard special purpose explosives from a dwelling.
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 248
Maximum quantity — licensed buyer 248 (1) A seller must not sell more low-hazard special purpose explosives to a licensed buyer than the buyer is authorized by their licence to store. Maximum quantity — unlicensed buyer (2) A seller must not sell more low-hazard special purpose explosives to an unlicensed buyer than the buyer is authorized by this Division to store.
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Retailer 249 A retailer may sell low-hazard special purpose explosives only to a user.
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 250
Record of sale 250 A seller must keep a record of every sale of more than 100 kg of low-hazard special purpose explosives. The record must be kept for two years after the date of the sale and must include the following information: (a) the buyer’s name and address; (b) in the case of a licensed buyer, the licence number and expiry date; (c) the product name of each explosive sold and the name of the person who obtained its authorization; (d) the quantity of explosives sold under each product name; and (e) the date of the sale. SOR/2016-75, s. 39; SOR/2018-231, ss. 44(F), 45(E) SOR/2022-121, s. 4
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Acquisition 251 A user may acquire and store low-hazard special purpose explosives, whether or not they hold a licence. A user who acquires low-hazard special purpose explosives must comply with this Division.
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 252
Storage — licensed user 252 (1) A user who holds a licence must store their low-hazard special purpose explosives in the magazine specified in their licence. Storage — unlicensed user (2) A user who does not hold a licence must store their low-hazard special purpose explosives in a dwelling or a storage unit and ensure that the requirements of sections 253 and 254 are met. SOR/2022-121, s. 4
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Maximum quantity 253 No more than 1 000 kg of low-hazard special purpose explosives may be stored at any one time, of which no more than 40 kg may be stored in a dwelling.
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 254
Storage requirements — dwelling 254 (1) When low-hazard special purpose explosives are stored in a dwelling, they must be stored away from flammable substances and sources of ignition, in a manner that protects them from theft and ensures that access to them is limited to people authorized by the user. Storage requirements — storage unit (2) When low-hazard special purpose explosives are stored in a storage unit, (a) the storage unit must be located in a dry place, away from flammable substances and sources of ignition; (b) the storage unit must be constructed and maintained to prevent unauthorized access and to protect the contents from weather; (c) if the storage unit is a container, it must not impede exit in case of fire; (d) if the storage unit is not a container, all exits must be kept unobstructed; (e) any shelving in the storage unit must be made from a non-sparking material (for example, wood or painted metal); (f) nothing other than special purpose explosives may be stored in the storage unit; (g) the storage unit must be attended when it is unlocked; (h) the storage unit must be kept clean, dry, organized and free of grit; (i) any spill, leakage or other contamination in the storage unit must be cleaned up immediately; (j) precautions that minimize the likelihood of fire in or near the storage unit must be taken; and (k) a sign that displays the words “Danger — Fire Hazard/ Risque d’incendie ” in letters at least 10 cm high and that prohibits smoking using letters, or a symbol, at least 10 cm high must be posted on the storage unit in a clearly visible location. SOR/2022-121, s. 4
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Definition of licence 255 In this Division, licence means a licence that authorizes the storage of high-hazard special purpose explosives.
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Acquisition for sale 256 A seller may acquire, store and sell high-hazard special purpose explosives if they hold a licence. A seller who acquires high-hazard special purpose explosives must comply with this Division.
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 257
Storage 257 A seller must store their high-hazard special purpose explosives in the magazine specified in their licence.
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Display for sale 258 A seller must not display high-hazard special purpose explosives for sale.
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Maximum quantity — licensed buyer 259 (1) A seller must not sell more high-hazard special purpose explosives to a licensed buyer than the buyer is authorized by their licence to store. Maximum quantity — unlicensed buyer (2) A seller must not sell more high-hazard special purpose explosives to an unlicensed buyer than the buyer is authorized by this Division to store.
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Retailer 260 A retailer may sell high-hazard special purpose explosives only to a user.
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Record of sale 261 A seller must keep a record of every sale of high-hazard special purpose explosives for two years after the date of the sale. The record must include the following information: (a) the buyer’s name and address; (b) in the case of a licensed buyer, the licence number and expiry date; (c) the product name of each explosive sold and the name of the person who obtained its authorization; (d) the quantity of explosives sold under each product name; (e) the date of the sale; and (f) the number of the buyer’s Firearms Possession and Acquisition Licence issued under the Firearms Act . SOR/2016-75, s. 39; SOR/2018-231, ss. 44(F), 45(E) SOR/2022-121, s. 4 SOR/2024-77, s. 73
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Acquisition 262 A user may acquire and store high-hazard special purpose explosives, whether or not they hold a licence. A user who acquires high-hazard special purpose explosives must comply with this Division.
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Acquisition — reactive targets 262.1 A user who acquires a reactive target must hold a Firearms Possession and Acquisition Licence issued under the Firearms Act. SOR/2024-77, s. 74
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Selling — reactive targets 262.2 A seller may sell reactive targets only to a user who holds a Firearms Possession and Acquisition Licence issued under the Firearms Act. SOR/2024-77, s. 74
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Storage — licensed user 263 (1) A user who holds a licence must store their high-hazard special purpose explosives in the magazine specified in their licence. Storage — unlicensed user (2) A user who does not hold a licence must store their high-hazard special purpose explosives in a storage unit and ensure that the requirements of sections 264 and 265 are met. SOR/2022-121, s. 4
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Maximum quantity 264 (1) No more than 20 kg of high-hazard special purpose explosives other than reactive targets may be stored at any one time. Reactive targets (2) No more than 6 kg of reactive targets may be stored at any one time. SOR/2024-77, s. 75
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Storage requirements — storage unit 265 When high-hazard special purpose explosives are stored in a storage unit, (a) the storage unit must be located away from flammable substances and sources of ignition; (b) the interior of the storage unit must be kept clean and dry; (c) the storage unit must be constructed and maintained to prevent unauthorized access and to protect the contents from weather; (d) the storage unit must be attended when it is unlocked; (e) if the storage unit is a container, it must not impede exit in case of fire; (f) if the storage unit is not a container, all exits must be kept unobstructed; (g) any shelving in the storage unit must be made from a non-sparking material (for example, wood or painted metal); (h) if propellant powder, percussion caps, blank cartridges for tools, small arms cartridges, unmixed reactive targets or black powder cartouches are stored together in the storage unit, they must be stored separately from one another (for example, on different shelves or separated by a wooden barrier); (i) unless the special purpose explosives consist exclusively of unmixed reactive targets, nothing other than special purpose explosives may be stored in the storage unit; (j) precautions that minimize the likelihood of an ignition or fire in or near the storage unit must be taken; and (k) a sign that displays the words “Danger — Fire Hazard/ Risque d’incendie ” in letters at least 10 cm high and that prohibits smoking using letters, or a symbol, at least 10 cm high must be posted on the storage unit in a clearly visible location. SOR/2022-121, s. 4 SOR/2024-77, s. 76
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Disposal plan 266 (1) A distributor who sells marine flares, whether low-hazard or high-hazard, must implement the marine flare disposal plan included in their licence application. Return of flares (2) A distributor must accept the return of any marine flares sold by them that have expired. Destruction (3) The distributor must store any expired marine flares that are returned to them in the magazine specified in their licence and destroy them in a manner that does not increase the likelihood of an accidental ignition during or after the destruction. Record (4) If any expired marine flares are returned during a calendar year, the distributor must keep for two years after the date of the return, a record that sets out the number of each type, whether type S.1 or S.2, that were returned and the number of each type that were destroyed. SOR/2024-77, s. 77
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 267
Overview 267 This Part authorizes the acquisition, storage and sale of small arms cartridges and the manufacture of small arms cartridges and black powder cartouches. Division 1 sets out the rules for sellers and users of commercially manufactured small arms cartridges (type C.1). It also sets out rules for storing small arms cartridges that are manufactured under Division 2. Division 2 sets out the rules for sellers and users of propellant powder (type P) and percussion caps and primers (type C.3) and for manufacturers of small arms cartridges and black powder cartouches. SOR/2022-121, s. 4 SOR/2024-77, s. 78(E)
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Definitions 268 (1) The following definitions apply in this Part. black powder means an explosive classified as type P.1. ( poudre noire ) propellant powder means black powder and smokeless powder. ( poudre propulsive ) small arms cartridge means a cartridge that is designed to be used in small arms, has a calibre of no more than 19.1 mm (.75 calibre), is fitted with centre or rim fire priming and contains a propelling charge, with or without a solid projectile. It includes a shotgun shell of any gauge. ( cartouche pour armes de petit calibre ) smokeless powder means an explosive classified as type P.2. ( poudre sans fumée ) Storage (2) For the purposes of this Part, small arms cartridges, propellant powder and percussion caps are stored in a sales establishment, including a dwelling, if they are (a) inside the sales establishment, whether or not they are in a storage unit or displayed for sale; (b) outside the sales establishment in a storage unit that is used in operating the establishment; or (c) in a licensed magazine that is either inside or outside the establishment. SOR/2022-121, s. 4
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black powder means an explosive classified as type P.1. ( poudre noire )
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propellant powder means black powder and smokeless powder. ( poudre propulsive )
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small arms cartridge means a cartridge that is designed to be used in small arms, has a calibre of no more than 19.1 mm (.75 calibre), is fitted with centre or rim fire priming and contains a propelling charge, with or without a solid projectile. It includes a shotgun shell of any gauge. ( cartouche pour armes de petit calibre )
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smokeless powder means an explosive classified as type P.2. ( poudre sans fumée )
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 269
Quantity of cartridges, powder or cartouches 269 A reference in this Part to the mass of a small arms cartridge, propellant powder or a black powder cartouche is a reference to its net quantity (the mass of the explosive excluding the mass of any packaging, container, shell casing or projectile). SOR/2022-121, s. 4
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 270
Definitions 270 The following definitions apply in this Division. distributor means a person who sells small arms cartridges to other distributors or to retailers, whether or not they sell to users. ( distributeur ) licence means a licence that authorizes the storage of small arms cartridges. ( licence ) retailer means a person, other than a distributor, who sells small arms cartridges. ( détaillant ) seller means a distributor or a retailer. ( vendeur ) user means a person who acquires small arms cartridges for use. ( utilisateur ) SOR/2024-77, s. 145
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distributor means a person who sells small arms cartridges to other distributors or to retailers, whether or not they sell to users. ( distributeur )
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licence means a licence that authorizes the storage of small arms cartridges. ( licence )
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retailer means a person, other than a distributor, who sells small arms cartridges. ( détaillant )
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user means a person who acquires small arms cartridges for use. ( utilisateur )