I see you are not being honest or have somehow lost the context for this whole comment chain. Statscan indicates that in a portion of cases, the firearm used was originally legally owned, that doesn't automatically mean the person committing the crime was the legal owner. It also does not make any claim about the origin of the gun used in these crimes, and cannot as that data is not collected. The report itself notes, "Information on the origin of the firearm was only known in a small proportion of cases" and also that "there was limited information on the characteristics of the firearms used in the commission of a crime." These are important distinctions as we do not know how many of these legally owned firearms were stolen and then used in a crime, the person who stole it would not be the legal owner.

Furthermore, the report details how firearms used in homicides are down from 15 years ago. "In the 10 years prior to 2023, the proportion of firearm-related homicides committed with a handgun varied from 53% to 64%. The rate of handgun-related homicide has been relatively stable since 2019 after increasing from 2013 to 2019. Meanwhile, the rate of homicides committed with a rifle or shotgun has remained relatively stable since 2013 after having generally declined since 1975." This demonstrates that gun violence is on a downward trend.

The data available from StatCan is also very limited. It is based on only 56% of police-reported incidents. Meaning that nearly half of the data is missing, and that which is available does not contain information about the origin of the gun in question.

My original point was about the significant role of illegally smuggled firearms in fueling gun violence in Canada, especially in the context of gang-related crime. While the StatCan report doesn't provide a complete picture, law enforcement agencies and research by organizations like the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police, have consistently highlighted the prevalence of smuggled guns, particularly from the US, in serious violent crimes.

I'm not wrong. I'll link the data you talked about for others to read here: https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/pub/85-002-x/2024001/article/00001-eng.htm#a2

Look at the definition of violent crime used by stats can and how long they take to explain why simply having one near you or on you regardless of its use counted. Statistics Canada is clear they state the reason for more gun crime is increases in crime in general. Look farther down the page to the figure nothing the breakdown of weapons used. Guns are actually going down with other forms taking it's place. Please thoroughly read the report. I think you'll find I'm correct

I understand where you're coming from with your concerns about gun violence and the environment. These are issues we all care about. However, I think your statement paints an incomplete and inaccurate picture of responsible firearm ownership in Canada, especially when it comes to sport shooters and hunters.

Let's break it down. You seem to be suggesting that legal gun owners are the problem, that their recreational use isn't worth the risk. But the data just doesn't support that. In Canada, the vast majority of gun crimes involve illegally obtained firearms, often smuggled in from the US. That's the real issue we need to tackle. Our licensed firearm owners go through extensive background checks, mandatory safety training, and strict rules about storing and transporting their firearms. They're actually statistically less likely to commit crimes than the general population.

The idea that cracking down harder on them will solve the problem is a misconception. The real problem is the flow of illegal guns across the border. That's where we need stronger border security and international cooperation, not more restrictions on people who are already following the rules.

On the environmental side, I agree that we need to be mindful. But modern shooting ranges in Canada have pretty strict environmental rules, including reclaiming lead and managing the soil. Hunters are also using lead-free ammo more and more. And while noise can be a concern, ranges are usually built away from residential areas and designed to contain the sound.

Here's something that often gets overlooked: hunters play a huge role in conservation in Canada. Their license fees and the taxes on firearms and ammunition fund a lot of wildlife management and habitat preservation. Organizations like Ducks Unlimited Canada and the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters rely heavily on hunters, and they've done incredible work protecting our ecosystems. Plus, in many rural and Indigenous communities, hunting isn't just a hobby; it's a vital source of food and a core part of their culture. If you've been to a grocery store lately, the cost of food is incredibly high if it is even available at all, and many people rely on hunting to feed their families.

So, while it's absolutely crucial that we address gun violence and protect the environment, we need to do it based on facts, not fear. A blanket ban on legal gun ownership wouldn't just be ineffective against crime, it would actually hurt conservation efforts, damage our economy, take away a source of food from many communities, and take away the rights of law-abiding Canadians. I really encourage you to look into the statistics on firearm ownership and crime in Canada. You'll see that responsible gun owners and hunters are not the enemy. We need to work together on solutions that actually target the root of the problem – illegal firearms – while respecting the rights and important contributions of those who follow the law.

To be clear those are cage free eggs per the label and box art. I personally approve but lets be clear those are not your standard eggs that is insinuated.