Ask a CO: On bolt action centrefire magazine capacity

Q: I am aware that a semiauto centerfire rifle is limited to a magazine capacity of five, but I was told this also applies to centerfire bolt-action guns while hunting. Is this true? Sheldon Gerber, Lanark A: There are no hunting regulations in Ontario that restrict the magazine capacity for rifles. As you noted in the question, semi-automatic firearms are generally restricted to no more than five cartridges under federal regulations. Answer by: David Critchlow, Provincial Enforcement Specialist, MNR Please check the most recent Ontario hunting and fishing regulations summaries, as rules and regulations can change Send your questions by clicking here Originally published in Ontario OUT of DOORS’ 2024-2025 Hunting Annual For more hunting, click here Click here for more outdoors news Watch on-demand videos anytime on OFAH Stream