The offender pleaded guilty to possessing a loaded restricted firearm and possessing a firearm while prohibited.
He was a repeat offender subject to a weapons prohibition at the time of the offence.
The court weighed aggravating factors, including the loaded and concealed nature of the firearm, against mitigating factors such as his guilty plea, Gladue factors, and harsh pre-sentence custody conditions involving lockdowns and triple-bunking.
A total sentence of 4.5 years imprisonment was imposed, less enhanced credit for pre-sentence custody.
