On November 1st, the House of Commons passed the second reading of Bill C-19, legislation to repeal the long-gun registry.  While the opposition parties are continuing their fight to save the registry, it now appears that the long-gun registry will be history by January.

The long-gun registry started as an attempt by the government of the day to show that it was doing something to combat crime, without going after criminals.

And that was the problem. In attempting to control farmers, hunters, and sportsmen, the Liberals wrongly implied that Canadians who used shotguns and rifles were the problem.

The long-gun registry was a shameful attempt to blame lawful firearm owners for the behaviour of criminals. It is wonderful to see the registry consigned to history. Unfortunately, it took 15 years and $2 billion to see the registry retired.

I’m Brad Trost, your Member of Parliament in Saskatoon-Humboldt. You can reach my office in Saskatoon at 975-6133. Feel free to drop by my two offices for a visit: Saskatoon (Monday to Friday) or Humboldt (Tuesday and Wednesday). I always appreciate your feedback.