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Learn How to Look Up Your Boat History by Hull Number with Transport Canada

Learn How to Look Up Your Boat History by Hull Number with Transport Canada

All the documentation and vessel information submitted to Transport Canada is stored within the Canadian Vessel Registry. If you need to access this information, you can look up the boat history by hull number. There are different ways to obtain vessel data, though, and we are here to guide you through them. In this article,…

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Steps to Changing the Name of a Boat

Steps to Changing the Name of a Boat

Are you a Canadian boat owner planning on changing the name of a boat? It may seem an impossible chore; nevertheless, you shouldn’t worry about it since we have all the information you want to make this procedure as easy and uncomplicated as possible! In this blog article, we will guide you through all the…

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Boat Registration Numbers: How Can You Get Them?

Boat Registration Numbers: How Can You Get Them?

If you are toying with the idea of buying a boat, you probably have a lot on your mind. For one, there are so many different types available for purchase, from mega-yachts to small canoes, that just identifying what is right for you can take some work. You will also need to think about whether…

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How Important Is a Transport Canada Pleasure Craft License for Canadian Boat Own

How Important Is a Transport Canada Pleasure Craft License for Canadian Boat Own

For any Canadian boat owner, obtaining a Transport Canada Pleasure Craft License is absolutely essential if they wish to legally operate their vessel. This regulatory requirement applies to all vessels over 4 meters (13 feet) in length and governs the safety of both recreational and commercial boats on navigable waters across Canada. A Transport Canada…

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Get the Facts on Licensing a Boat in Ontario

Get the Facts on Licensing a Boat in Ontario

After years of thinking about it, you have finally decided that it is time to buy a boat. It is understandable that this decision came with a great deal of thought–boats aren’t exactly a minor purchase. For starters, there are nearly infinite options for makes and models, from million-dollar mega yachts, to the humble canoe.…

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Getting to Know the Different Types of Boating Licenses in Canada

Getting to Know the Different Types of Boating Licenses in Canada

As you begin your boat ownership journey, your starting point should probably be to determine what type of boat is right for you. This largely comes down to how you will be using your vessel: are you interested in fishing? Will your family be looking to water ski? Once you have settled on the boat…

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Sailing Smoothly Through Canada Boat Registration

Sailing Smoothly Through Canada Boat Registration

Navigating the intricate waters of boat ownership goes beyond just mastering the helm. It extends into understanding the complexities of the “Canada boat registration” process. Now, for many, this might sound like diving headfirst into a stormy sea without a lifejacket. But hang tight! This voyage through the sea of paperwork and rules is not…

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Understanding Transport Canada Permits and Why They Are Essential for Boating in Canada

Understanding Transport Canada Permits and Why They Are Essential for Boating in Canada

Canada offers some of the best views and boating experiences in the world. However, there are a number of rules and authorizations that you need to be familiar with when boating in Canada. The federal agency known as Transport Canada is in charge of regulating the transportation system across the country, which includes the maritime…

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