Some of the members of Canadian Game Trackers Ass. are going to Germany for tracking-dog training and we'll be doing some hunting there as well.

I traded a guy for a 416 and am hoping to bring it back to Canada when we return. I don't even have my PAL back yet. Did the renewal application a loooooong time ago.

Anyone have some accurate advice?
  1. Should I only consider importing the rifle if I have my PAL by then?
  2. Do I need to register ? And if so where ? At the airport upon arrival?
  3. Do I need to contact Canada customs before I leave? And does anyone have a No. where one gets to talk to a real person?
  4. Where can I check the status of my PAL renewal again?
Sorry about asking #4 I know it was mentioned here before but I can't find it.

Thanks for your help!

Michael