The Registry Of Government Owned Vessel serves as documentation of vessels owned or operated by government for their identification and use. These vessels help serve society in different ways such as for enforcement, research, transport, safety, and infrastructure. Due to their public authority, registration must be accurate for transparency, accountability, and lawful operation. Government-owned vessels…
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Many owners of vessels enter into financing arrangements without understanding how vessel mortgages work. Delays, enforcement issues, and problems at the time of sale or transfer may occur. Registration helps to bring transparency and also protect the interest of both parties. This article provides an explanation of the Mortgage of Vessel in a professional way.…
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As of January 2026, Transport Canada has shortened the window for updating your pleasure craft licence information from 90 days to just 30. This regulatory shift directly affects boat owners across the country. If your name, address, or boat details change, you now have only one month to report it. Through our online portal at…
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A certificate of registry issued on a temporary basis is important when the vessel is intended for registration prior to the full status Registry Requirement. It allows a boat to function legally while final documentation is being processed. This Provisional Certificate Of Registry is especially useful in cases of ownership transfer, international transport, or initial…
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Canada’s commercial fishing fleet is entering a new enforcement era. Recent Transport Canada updates directly affect how your information appears in the Transport Canada ship registry and how inspectors assess your boat. With the 2026 updates now taking effect, accuracy in the Transport Canada ship registry is no longer a paperwork detail—it can determine whether…
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Marine Safety Fees Regulations support maritime operations that are safe and well-regulated. These rules set fees for safety oversight, vessel monitoring and other administrative services designed to protect waterway users and waterway itself. It is essential for vessel owners and operators to understand these fees for compliance and financial planning. A vessel owner is usually…
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A document that is basically used for transferring ownership of a vessel upon the death of a registered owner is known as a declaration of transmission on death. The registration records of the vessel are updated to show the new legal owner, usually an executor, administrator, or beneficiary. Vessel records may be kept frozen without…
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A Canadian Vessel Search by Name is a good method of research that one can use to identify, verify and understand the history of vessels registered in Canada. Names of vessels are perhaps the most visible identifiers, making a name search the most natural place for buyers, owners, lenders and researchers to start. A vessel’s…
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