If you have an avid boater in your family you might be in the market to get them a gift. It might be their birthday, an anniversary or maybe you’re just getting ready for next Christmas or Hanukkah. We here at National Vessel Registry Center Corp. love boats and love to see people enjoy being…
If you picturing yourself sailing through sunny coves and exploring the waters of tropical islands you might be interested in bareboat chartering. However, it’s not as easy as hopping on a sailboat and setting off. There are five essential things you must master before you take the plunge. The first of those five is the…
If you are looking at starting your own business that involves a boat in Canada, there are regulations that you need to make sure you follow. Not only does your vessel need to meet safety standards set forth by Transport Canada, but there are also registration requirements that you must meet. Depending on the size…
Depending on the type of vessel you own in Canada can determine if you need to get your vessel registered or not. While there is no requirement for any pleasure vessel to become part of the registry, many owners of larger vessels like yachts do prefer to be part of the registry. Registering makes your…
For commercial vessels, the amount of cargo space you have is important to you for several reasons. The space helps to determine what your carrying capacity is so that you know your capabilities for transport, but it will also play an important role for you when it comes to registering your vessel with the government.…
If you’ve recently purchased a boat, or you’re planning on doing so in the near future, you have many things to consider. Firstly, you want to determine what type of vessel is best for your needs. Secondly, if you’re planning on using it for commercial purposes, you’ll want to have all of the correct documentation…
If you’re purchasing, or by another means acquiring a vessel that’s been registered with the Canadian government, you should know that the registration can be easily transferred. In the event that ownership is being transferred, you can file a Transfer of Canadian Registration and ensure that all of your documentation is in place. Here are…
If you happen to be an owner of a boat that is going to be used for official Canadian government purposes, there are some things that you should know. For one, it is mandatory that your vessel be registered with Transport Canada. This means that you will need to file an official Application for Registration…
Buying a boat is a big time purchase. Not unlike purchasing a home or a car, acquiring the vessel of your dreams requires a lot of research and thought, as well as a significant investment. With that in mind, it sometimes makes sense to import a vessel from America. Sometimes, there’s better selection abroad for…
Owning a boat especially a big one, like a yacht not only requires a large investment up-front, but there are substantial maintenance fees involved as well. Sometimes, as a boat owner, bareboat chartering your vessel can make a lot of sense. Think of it like renting out your car you can command a fee from…