What type of firearm requires a non-restricted license in Canada?

In Canada, a non-restricted license is specifically required for certain types of firearms, namely those that are not classified as restricted or prohibited. This includes many common rifles and shotguns that are typically used for hunting and sport shooting purposes.

Rifles and shotguns that are not designed to meet certain criteria, such as those with a barrel length of less than 470 mm or those that are not semi-automatic center-fire firearms, fall under this classification. Therefore, it is necessary to possess a non-restricted license to legally own and operate these firearms.

The other options provided do not accurately reflect the classification of firearms under Canadian law. For instance, "Any firearm" is too broad and does not specify the distinctions made between restricted and non-restricted firearms. "Architectural tools" are unrelated to firearms and do not require any type of firearm license. "Most handguns" are generally classified as restricted firearms, which require a restricted license rather than a non-restricted one.