Mission and Values

Canadian Firearms Program

Mission

The mission of the Canadian Firearms Program (CFP) is to enhance public safety by helping reduce death, injury and threat from firearms through responsible ownership, use and storage of firearms, and by providing police and other organizations with operational and technical support vital to the prevention and investigation of firearms crime and misuse in Canada and internationally.

Values

In pursuing its mission, the CFP:

• respects the lawful ownership and use of firearms in Canada and supports firearms users with quality service, fair treatment and protection of confidential information;
• recognizes that the involvement of the provinces, other federal agencies, Aboriginal Peoples, police organizations, firearm owners and users, safety instructors, verifiers, businesses, and public safety groups is essential for effective program delivery and achieving success;
• commits to ongoing improvement and innovation in order to achieve the highest levels of service, compliance, efficiency, and overall effectiveness;
• informs and engages its clients and stakeholders in reviewing and developing policy, regulations and legislation and in communicating critical information on program requirements and results;
• manages its resources prudently to provide good value for money, and clear and accurate reporting of program performance and resource management;
• upholds the values and ethical standards of the Public Service of Canada and is committed to fair staffing, employee development and a work environment that encourages involvement and initiative.