A Canadian group demands a ban on the SKS rifle to strengthen gun safety and prevent waste of public funds.

A Canadian gun-control group is urging the federal government to ban the semi-automatic SKS rifle as part of its assault-style firearm buyback program, arguing that allowing it to remain legal undermines public safety efforts and wastes taxpayer money. Despite Ottawa banning about 2,500 firearms since 2020, the SKS remains legal, sparking concerns over its potential for modification and continued availability. The group calls for an immediate sales ban, removal of modern variants, and a voluntary buyback for older models, warning that without a full ban, the program will benefit gun manufacturers and the gun lobby. Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree is set to announce the next phase of the buyback, including a pilot in Nova Scotia, but no decision on the SKS has been made.