How to Pass the CFSC Exam (2026 Guide)
The Canadian Firearms Safety Course (CFSC) exam requires 80% on both the written test and the practical (handling) component. This guide gives you a clear study path to pass on your first attempt.
How to Pass CFSC — Complete Guide
The CFSC written exam has 40 questions with a 45-minute time limit. You need 80% (32/40) to pass. Topics include: ACTS and PROVE, non-restricted firearm operation (bolt-action, pump-action, lever-action, semi-automatic, break-action), storage and transport, hunting safety, and Canadian firearms law basics.
How to Pass CFSC — Complete Guide
ACTS — Assume, Control, Trigger, See — apply at all times with all firearms. The exam will test these heavily in scenario-based questions. Know not just the letters but how they apply in real-world hunting, range, and home situations.
How to Pass CFSC — Complete Guide
Know all six field carry positions: elbow (arm) carry, trail carry, sling carry, cradle carry, two-hand carry, and shoulder carry. The exam tests which position is safest in specific situations (dense bush, group hunting, obstacle crossing).
How to Pass CFSC — Complete Guide
Non-restricted storage requires an unloaded firearm PLUS ANY ONE of: trigger lock, locked container, or locked room built for storage. Remember: it is the OR rule (pick one), unlike restricted firearms which need both.
How to Pass CFSC — Complete Guide
PROVE (Point, Remove, Observe, Verify, Examine) works slightly differently for each action type. For pump-actions: cycle the fore-end to clear the magazine tube. For bolt-actions: open the bolt. For break-actions: break the action open. The E step always checks the bore from the breech end.
How to Pass CFSC — Complete Guide
Unload before crossing any fence or climbing any treestand — always pass the firearm first. In a boat, keep the firearm unloaded while in transit. These field safety scenarios are tested frequently.
How to Pass CFSC — Complete Guide
Take our CFSC practice test under timed conditions. Aim to complete 40 questions in 30 minutes so you have 15 minutes to review your answers. Spaced practice over multiple days retains information better than cramming.