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Canada Launches Controversial Gun Buyback Amid Protests

11/25/2025

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Anandasangaree Launches Buyback

Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree announced the rollout of Canada's gun buyback program.
The Nova Scotia pilot collected 22 of the targeted 200 banned firearms.
Anandasangaree faced criticism for comments suggesting leniency toward non-compliant gun owners, which he called misguided.
More than 100 protesters rallied against the program, saying it unfairly targets law-abiding citizens.
In Charlottesville, Virginia, a separate buyback offered gift cards for surrendered weapons to promote safety.

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Charlottesville Police Buyback

The Charlottesville Police Department will host a gun buyback on November 22.
The buyback offers gift cards from $75 to $250 for surrendered firearms with no ID required.
Charlottesville Police Department Chief Michael Kochis said initiative aims to prevent gun violence and strengthen community trust.
Over the past three years, gun-related incidents in Charlottesville have fallen 40%.
In 2024, there were 29 emergency visits for gun-related injuries.

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Anandasangaree Launches Buyback

Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree announced the rollout of Canada's gun buyback program.
The Nova Scotia pilot collected 22 of the targeted 200 banned firearms.
Anandasangaree faced criticism for comments suggesting leniency toward non-compliant gun owners, which he called misguided.
More than 100 protesters rallied against the program, saying it unfairly targets law-abiding citizens.
In Charlottesville, Virginia, a separate buyback offered gift cards for surrendered weapons to promote safety.

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