"Yep AR15's are legal to own in Canada. I bought that semiautomatic S&W M&P 15 at Gobles ghun works in London Ontario for around $2000 brand new out of the box.

In canada this rifle is considered a "restricted" firearm...which means that you have to have restricted status on your P.A.L. The Glock 17 is also restricted.

Magazine capacity is limited in Canada. I`m only allowed to put a 5 or 10 round magazine into the rifle legally. All of my "30" round magazines are "pinned" to 5 or 10 rounds. When and if the $hit hits the fan...those pins will "fall out" somehow make each magazine a full 30 round magazine.

Civilians can go out and get their P.A.L. (Possesion & Aquisition Licence) at any time. There are two classes...unrestricted and restricted. Take the course and apply for both at once...it's just easier that way. If you pass the test at the end of the course send off the paperwork to the RCMP and wait. Once you get your card you can buy anything you want.

The ballistic helmet is mine from when I was in the military. It use to be green, I painted it black to go with the rest of my apoc-gear. I think a civvie can own one...you just can't wear it out in public. Same with body armour. You can own it...but you can't get caught wearing it.

Hope all of this info helped. If you have any more questions...just let me know. "

"Does this restriction also apply to semiautomatic pistols?

And how is this "pinning" process done? And undone?"