RE: bear hunting
We sell pepper spray so it is not illegal from what I know, I think that mace is probably a different substance and most likely is illegal.
I know how you all feel about the gun law's. Alot of us canadian's feel the same way. Through out history, when ever a law was brought in, to register guns they ended up getting taken away. Hitler did it in germany, Stalin in russia. Don't ask me though, because I am in western canada, and our federal government is run, and souly based to apeeze a majority of those in eastern canada.
Please don't be offended by this.
As for bearhunting, I don't think you will need a shotgun, When I was 17 I never had a problem with bears trying to bother with me, while in my stand. I've also had them show up when I was shooting at my old clubs range in fort mcmurray. The sound of arrows clanking in your quiver is enough to send them packing for the most part. Good luck.
Dylan
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