British Columbia’s new firearms law aimed at curbing gang violence will take effect Oct. 1, introducing tighter rules on low-velocity and imitation guns as well as new police powers.
Tomlinson adds the buyback program won't do much in tackling crime or gang-related activity, which is where Ottawa needs to utilizie its time and resources.
The B.C. NDP is promising millions of dollars in new investments in clean energy and climate programs if re-elected, while warning a Conservative government would roll back environmental protections.Â