Ask a CO: On .22 magazine capacity

Q: If hunting coyote with a .22, is there a limit of three bullets allowed in the magazine, or does that only apply to shotgun shells? Scott Silveira, Cambridge A: Under hunting legislation in Ontario, only shotguns have a three-shell restriction. Federal firearms regulations generally prohibit semi-auto rifle magazines that can hold more than five rounds, but rimfire cartridges (such as .22 Long Rifle) are an exception. For further information on federal firearms regulations, hunters should contact their local police service. Answer by: David Critchlow, Provincial Enforcement Specialist, MNR Send your questions by clicking here Please check the most recent Ontario hunting and fishing regulations summaries, as rules and regulations can change Originally published in the Jan.-Feb. 2025 issue of Ontario OUT of DOORS For more hunting, click here Click here for more outdoors news Watch on-demand videos anytime on OFAH Stream