Colt Canada Faces Backlash Over Alleged Role in Canadian Gun Confiscation Program
Firearms manufacturer Colt Canada, a subsidiary of CZ Group, is facing significant backlash from gun owners and advocacy groups following allegations of its involvement in the Canadian government's program to destroy confiscated privately owned firearms. The controversy, highlighted by a social media post from Feniš¯•¸ Ammunition, centers on reports that Colt Canada has contracted with the Canadian government for the destruction of firearms under the "Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program."
On November 24, 2025, Feniš¯•¸ Ammunition, a Michigan-based ammunition company known for its pro-Second Amendment stance, posted on X (formerly Twitter): > "Regardless of your opinion on MTG this is an indisputable fact that many of you need to come to terms with. https://t.co/n74qdbkGnP". This tweet, which referenced a link, pointed to broader concerns within the gun community regarding the alleged collaboration between a firearms manufacturer and government confiscation efforts.
The "Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program," initiated in September 2025 with a deadline in October 2026, is part of Canada's broader gun control measures following the 2020 Nova Scotia mass shooting. The program offers compensation to owners of prohibited firearms but includes penalties for non-compliance. Gun owners and rights organizations, including the Canadian Coalition for Firearm Rights, have called for boycotts of companies perceived to be assisting in the confiscation process.
Colt Canada has publicly denied involvement in the destruction of civilian-owned firearms, asserting that its role is limited to the voluntary surrender of corporate inventories. However, gun owners and activists remain skeptical, citing reports and trending discussions on social media platforms that suggest otherwise. The situation has intensified debates over gun rights, government overreach, and the responsibilities of firearms manufacturers.
Marjorie Taylor Greene, a vocal U.S. Congresswoman and staunch advocate for Second Amendment rights, has consistently opposed gun control measures, viewing them as a precursor to gun confiscation. Her legislative efforts, such as the "Second Amendment Preservation Act," aim to prevent federal firearm registries, which she argues could lead to government overreach. The Feniš¯•¸ Ammunition tweet implicitly links these concerns to the Canadian situation, suggesting a shared apprehension about the future of gun ownership.