It takes 88mps for a BB or pellet to penetrate the skin. It takes 101mps for a BB or pellet to keep moving through the skin. It takes 106mps for a BB or pellet to penetrate bone. Air-guns can be bought in hardware stores, department stores, sports shops, and through mail order catalogues. Some guns are still recommended for 10 year olds.
Regulations governing the purchase and use of air guns are unique to every province.
Ontario's new ammunition law requires all stores to record any ammunition purchase, even for air-guns. Legislation also differs between municipalities. You will have to pass a written and practical exam and first time applicants must complete a mandatory two-day shooting course. The minimum waiting period to obtain a FAC is one month. FAC's are photo ID's and they expire every five years.