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Are Airguns Legal in Yukon?
Yes. Airguns are legal here for adults.
No meaningful state or national barrier for adult buyers, though local rules can still apply.
Tier 4 — Permissive
Minimal provincial-level barrier beyond the federal floor. Local rules may still apply.
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The picture at a glance
Each measure below scores how restrictive Yukon is on that part of owning or transferring an airgun, from permissive (green) to firearm-level (red).
ClassificationFederal framework governs
Age rule18+ for PAL
PossessionPAL required (above threshold)
Transfer / saleStandard PAL process (above threshold)
TransportFederal STDR (above threshold)
Provincial layerFederal floor only
The rules in detail
Classification
Federal framework governs
Federal framework governs.
Age rule
18+ for PAL
18+ for PAL. No Yukon-specific airgun age verified below threshold.
Possession
PAL required (above threshold)
Lawful for adults below threshold; PAL required above.
Transfer / sale
Standard PAL process (above threshold)
Below threshold: no territorial process. Above: standard non-restricted process.
Transport
Federal STDR (above threshold)
Below threshold: no territory-specific rule. Above: federal STDR applies.
Provincial layer
Federal floor only
Federal for firearms; territorial Wildlife Act for hunting.
Hunting with an airgun
Sparsely populated territory with deep subsistence hunting culture. Airgun-specific rules not located in source set.
Deer
Unresolved / not addressed
Unresolved (caribou, moose, and Dall sheep dominate big game)
Turkey
Unresolved / not addressed
Unresolved (no native turkey)
Small game
Unresolved / not addressed
Unresolved
Predators
Unresolved / not addressed
Unresolved
Other big game
Unresolved / not addressed
Unresolved
This is a plain-language summary compiled from primary statutes and official guidance, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules vary, so verify the current rules with the relevant authority before buying, selling, or hunting.