Let me get things clear here

[sgtskywalker]

Alright, I have read the FAQ and I want to make things clear here, so correct me if I'm wrong. I cannot play in any airsoft games nor can I own an airsoft rifle unless I'm 18. I cannot brandish my gun outside as I want and just show it to anyone as I am going to be arrested and will pay fines or other for it. Going outside with an airsoft gun which has a red tip will not change anything to the eyes of a law officer, as there is no law about airsoft weapons who must have a red tip in Canada. If the police sees me with an airsoft rifle outside, they will assume it is a real firearm, and I will assume the consequences. And at last, shooting outside with my friend(s) at targets or at each other (with eye and face protection of course) in the backyard or at any other place can bring me some trouble with the police. If anything I said is wrong or not that right, please correct, as I want to clearly know what I can and cannot do with an airsoft rifle.

[T_A_N_K]

Originally Posted by sgtskywalker

I cannot play in any airsoft games nor can I own an airsoft rifle unless I'm 18.
You can attend game if allowed by the host, but you will more than likely have to show a great deal of maturity -which shows in your post so far. You can own an AS if you are under 18 provided a parent or guardian has purchased it for you, however said parent/guardian should be with you and watching you while you use it, legally. Would be better if they participated with you, great parent/child sport

I cannot brandish my gun outside as I want and just show it to anyone as I am going to be arrested and will pay fines or other for it.
Depends on what you mean on "outside". Showing them in your backyard that is fenced where you have a reasonable belief of privacy shouldn't really be a problem, in front of your house outside facing a main street is different

Going outside with an airsoft gun which has a red tip will not change anything to the eyes of a law officer, as there is no law about airsoft weapons who must have a red tip in Canada.
Again it depends on what you mean by "outside" I take my airsoft guns outside all the time, but they aren't visible and in a case/bag, they are still technically outside. Yes, red tip means nothing in Canada

If the police sees me with an airsoft rifle outside, they will assume it is a real firearm, and I will assume the consequences.
Yes, they can and WILL assume it is real

And at last, shooting outside with my friend(s) at targets or at each other (with eye and face protection of course) in the backyard or at any other place can bring me some trouble with the police.
Yes, not because it is airsoft, but because Municipalities have discharge laws. Mean you can't shoot things in certain areas, this can include bows, paintball guns, airsoft guns, real guns, potato guns. However, there is nothing wrong with setting up paper targets in your basement, provided you get the permission of your parents, are supervised and wear safety eye protection.

I would say that if you got a Minor's PAL (Firearms License) and passed, it would go a long way to show that you are mature and responsible enough to own and operate an airsoft gun and participate in games. However this is just my opinion, but I'm sure others would agree. I don't know you, but based on your lack of shitty english and the logic in your post you don't seem like a dumbass kid we normally get in the boards, which is refreshing.

Also, if you are interested in still pursuing airsoft under 18, I would go about contacting local hosts of games in the "event" section and ask them if you can participate(not as player at first) and help out. Earn your brownie points and I'm sure you will be on a field in no time. Your going to have to earn your way to play unlike everyone else, but like everyone else, be an ass/unsafe you will shown out the door you walked in.

Hope that helps.

[Scouser]

pretty much hit the nail on the head with everything there

there are a few organisations across the country that are geared towards having 14-17r olds play supervised by adults, but they are few and far between

bide your time, ask lots of questions, read lots, watch lots of videos, a couple of years goes by pretty fast, and the fact that you actually took the time to read the FAQs goes a long way

before you know it, you will be 18, and you can head into the field with everyone else and put all your research and anticipation to use

[sgtskywalker]

Thank you for your post, this is actually what I was searching for. When I said outside, I meant a public place like the main street infront of my house. What do you mean by Municipalities? If you're talking about parcs or other, then yes, I assume it is normal we cannot shoot in those areas with a potato gun or other. I was talking again of the mainstreet infront of my house or any other place (not parcs with discharge laws, unless you meant something else by Municipalities) where I can be seen by other people that I have an airsoft gun and I am using it.

[T_A_N_K]

Originally Posted by sgtskywalker

Thank you for your post, this is actually what I was searching for. When I said outside, I meant a public place like the main street infront of my house. What do you mean by Municipalities? If you're talking about parcs or other, then yes, I assume it is normal we cannot shoot in those areas with a potato gun or other. I was talking again of the mainstreet infront of my house or any other place (not parcs with discharge laws, unless you meant something else by Municipalities) where I can be seen by other people that I have an airsoft gun and I am using it.

Municipalities are the regions in which you live in, which for you would be Montreal. More than likely there is a by-law stating you can't shoot stuff. I would say show them so long as you do privately. Showing it in front of your house on the drive way is not private as anyone living on the street can see it. Showing it in your room, closed garage is different.

Best rule of thumb, do not take it/show it anywhere that the public has access to. Not everyone has access to your house/yard. Everyone has access to a park.

Im putting the bottom in bold because you seem intent that it is OK to shoot in your backyard, depending on where you live it may be, but highly unlikely.

Your best bet if you want to "shoot" is to set up targets in your basement (if its big enough, and your parents let you). Just remember, two eyes are better than one so wear protection. Also unless your friend have permission from their parents, don't let them shoot your gun. If your dumbass friends run outside with your gun and gets arrested, your going to get into trouble as well, not as much, but you are responsible for him having it in the first place, get it? and for gods sake, don't shoot each other.

To put it simple, go to your backyard, walk 200 meters in any direction. If someone else lives/owns property within this boundary, don't shoot there.

[sgtskywalker]

Originally Posted by Scouser

there are a few organisations across the country that are geared towards having 14-17r olds play supervised by adults, but they are few and far between

I remember reading here http://torontoairsoft.com/cms.php?id_cms=7 that most games would allow 16+ years old play with adult supervision, which would actually be perfect, but if what you say is true, then I guess I will have to wait two more years in my backyard until I can finally officially join the airsoft community.

[Zeonprime]

Originally Posted by sgtskywalker

I remember reading here http://torontoairsoft.com/cms.php?id_cms=7 that most games would allow 16+ years old play with adult supervision, which would actually be perfect, but if what you say is true, then I guess I will have to wait two more years in my backyard until I can finally officially join the airsoft community.

Q) How old do I have to be to play/buy Airsoft?

A) You MUST be 18+ years of age to purchase any airsoft guns or parts. To play, it will depend on the field and host regulations. The general rule across Canada is 18+ years of age to play or 16+ years of age with adult supervision.

It really comes down to the host. Even then some hosts may have only exemptions on the 18+ rule for specific games.

[sgtskywalker]

Originally Posted by T_A_N_K

I would say that if you got a Minor's PAL (Firearms License) and passed, it would go a long way to show that you are mature and responsible enough to own and operate an airsoft gun and participate in games. However this is just my opinion, but I'm sure others would agree. I don't know you, but based on your lack of shitty english and the logic in your post you don't seem like a dumbass kid we normally get in the boards, which is refreshing.

Also, if you are interested in still pursuing airsoft under 18, I would go about contacting local hosts of games in the "event" section and ask them if you can participate(not as player at first) and help out. Earn your brownie points and I'm sure you will be on a field in no time. Your going to have to earn your way to play unlike everyone else, but like everyone else, be an ass/unsafe you will shown out the door you walked in.

Hope that helps.

My father is actually into airsoft as well, so I guess that wouldn't be a problem. When I told him about the adult supervision, he said it wouldn't be a problem for him, unless they mean other player's supervision during the game by adult supervision. Getting the Minor's PAL would also be an option for me to get into games, and I would just love to be there during games to help them out, even if I'm not playing, as I am assisting to the game in some way. Thank you for your posts and your help again, it really did make things clearer in my head. I appreciate the fact that you took your time to explain, instead of just sending me back into the FAQ, or asking me to get Age Verified like some would probably do, and already did, when I was seeking out answers.

[T_A_N_K]

By parent/adult supervision, it should be someone that actually cares about your well being and that you know. Not just some random player.

[coach]

Originally Posted by sgtskywalker

My father is actually into airsoft as well, so I guess that wouldn't be a problem. When I told him about the adult supervision, he said it wouldn't be a problem for him, unless they mean other player's supervision during the game by adult supervision. Getting the Minor's PAL would also be an option for me to get into games, and I would just love to be there during games to help them out, even if I'm not playing, as I am assisting to the game in some way. Thank you for your posts and your help again, it really did make things clearer in my head. I appreciate the fact that you took your time to explain, instead of just sending me back into the FAQ, or asking me to get Age Verified like some would probably do, and already did, when I was seeking out answers.

Adult supervision also, at times, requires your parent or legal guardian to play along side with you and not just hang out in the safe zone.

Getting, having, providing a PAL still doesn't mean a whole lot! It could help depending on the host but not with all.

[sgtskywalker]

Originally Posted by T_A_N_K

Best rule of thumb, do not take it/show it anywhere that the public has access to. Not everyone has access to your house/yard. Everyone has access to a park.

Im putting the bottom in bold because you seem intent that it is OK to shoot in your backyard, depending on where you live it may be, but highly unlikely.

Your best bet if you want to "shoot" is to set up targets in your basement (if its big enough, and your parents let you). Just remember, two eyes are better than one so wear protection. Also unless your friend have permission from their parents, don't let them shoot your gun. If your dumbass friends run outside with your gun and gets arrested, your going to get into trouble as well, not as much, but you are responsible for him having it in the first place, get it? and for gods sake, don't shoot each other.

To put it simple, go to your backyard, walk 200 meters in any direction. If someone else lives/owns property within this boundary, don't shoot there.

Well my backyard is actually pretty hidden from the neighbors, as there are many high enough trees hiding it from them. My parents are OK with me going there or in the basement. Fortunately, the friend(s) I might invite to shoot out is/are not dumb enough to run out on the street with it and shoot at people taking a walk, so I guess that wouldn't be a problem as well. Shooting at each other was just an example (as I have a bad experience with this from which I learned a lot. The poor fellow lost a tooth..). Finally, when I'm outside, I basically shoot on small targets (cans or other) placed at secure locations, out of range of people that might pass, or just enjoy a sunny day dreaming on their backyard. Oh and I never forget my eye protection, as those special glasses are always ready and waiting for me as soon as I decide to take my gun to the backyard and shoot some cans.

[sgtskywalker]

Originally Posted by coachster

Adult supervision also, at times, requires your parent or legal guardian to play along side with you and not just hang out in the safe zone.

Getting, having, providing a PAL still doesn't mean a whole lot! It could help depending on the host but not with all.

Well my father was actually talking about me and him going to games together, so I guess it goes to the host now, and I will have to ask him personally and seek answers from him.

[Jackals]

I am not sure what the situation is like in Montreal but I heard somewhere that they only do 18+ events.

If you don't mind the drive, a few fields in Ottawa allow 16+ on most skirmish days if you ask nicely.

[coach]

Originally Posted by sgtskywalker

Well my father was actually talking about me and him going to games together, so I guess it goes to the host now, and I will have to ask him personally and seek answers from him.

yeah, that's should work out better for you.

the problem in the past is that I've seen some parents literally drop their kids off, sign the waiver and go shopping for a few hours, treating airsoft as a childcare/babysitting service. seeing as you say your father is already involved, treat it as father son bonding time. (obviously as long as the field owner and host agree to it)

but you seem to be on the right track.

[Scouser]

Originally Posted by sgtskywalker

I remember reading here http://torontoairsoft.com/cms.php?id_cms=7 that most games would allow 16+ years old play with adult supervision, which would actually be perfect, but if what you say is true, then I guess I will have to wait two more years in my backyard until I can finally officially join the airsoft community.

I was actually referring to an organisation here in Manitoba called "Lowshots"

They have 1 or two feilds that they play at, the few adult supervisors play with the youngsters, usually using their backup gear so its not shooting as hot, and they have planned scenarios and such. Not really run and gun, they more teach the kids tactics and chain of command and so on.

Think of it almost like a training camp for future airsofters.