Vessel Mortgages in Canada are important marine financing financial instruments that allow vessel owners to borrow against the value of their vessels. The financing arrangement enables the purchase and upgrade of vessels, and long-term investment itself gives the lenders security under law. However, a vessel mortgage may fail to provide the protections expected by either…
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When life shifts unexpectedly, boat ownership can change just as quickly. Whether you are managing an estate or separating assets after a marriage ends, a boat transfer must be handled promptly and correctly to stay compliant with Canadian maritime requirements. At National Vessel Registry Center Corp., our service simplifies the online filing process for Transport…
Read MoreAn official record of a vessel’s registration and ownership is known as a transcript. Used extensively by owners, buyers, lenders, and lawyers who require confirmed information about a vessel, such transcripts. The extracts are a summary of main information in the vessel registry thereby providing clarity in the transactions. Most vessel owners first come across…
Read MoreSmall Vessel Register is a register whose objective is to provide ownership and essential details of small vessels which operate in the national waters. For many owners – particularly novices – this register is their first formal move to a legal position. Though generally considered less complex than full vessel registration, it does impose certain…
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Canada’s boating landscape is shifting in 2026. If you operate a rental, charter, or shared-use boat, these updates are not minor adjustments. They directly affect how you register and classify your watercraft. For many operators, compliance now means moving into the Small Vessel Registry and away from a pleasure-only framework. At National Vessel Registry Center…
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Canada’s boating rules are entering a new phase. If you own a recreational boat, recent amendments will affect how you maintain your Transport Canada pleasure craft licence, how quickly you must report a transfer, and whether your sailboat will soon require licencing at all. Our online portal is built to help you respond to these…
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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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