There is a genuine relief after acquiring a vessel. However, you need to complete the registration process because this is a requirement by law. The vessel that has been bought or brought, it is your responsibility to complete the registration with the registry vessel. This is done for different purposes including security reasons. The registration process…
Certifying your vessel The inspection and certification of the vessels are done regularly. If you have a vessel, you have to get it certified. All small commercial and large vessels must be certified by the top Canadian Vessel Registry which is under the Transport Canada. This applies to all the small vessels that carry more…
There are different purposes for purchasing a vessel. There are some boat owners who ideally buy the boats to do business with the Canadian government. This presents a great financial opportunity and you will need to do the paperwork in the right way. It is also important to fill out the vessel registration form appropriately.…
There are regulations that you need to comply with when you have a commercial vessel in Canada. This helps to get your boat into the water and start operating. These regulations are mainly for the safety of yourself, passengers and the vessel itself. When you lose your certificate, it is ideal to process a Requirement…
Buying a vessel for recreational or commercial purposes can be exciting. It takes time and effort to finally get the right boat that fits your purpose. It is a huge financial commitment. There are several details about importing a vessel into Canada that you need to know. They depend on the different types of vessels that are being…
It is a wonderful feeling when you buy your first luxury boat, yacht, or other pleasure craft. Whether you buy the vessel brand new or get one that is previously owned from a dealer, broker or previous owner does not matter you still get the thrill of having a boat of your own and taking…
Foreign registry for a Canadian vessel is necessary so that the ship can navigate in any water. The International law requires that all merchant ships must be registered. It’s documentation and authorization for any ship to operate. With it, the ship becomes a legal entity. Registration is a process known to document a vessel to…
The Canada Shipping Act of 2001 replaced the old one. This legislation governs the safety in recreational boating, as well as marine transportation and marine environment protection. The law applies to all vessels that operate in the Canadian waters and Canadian boat that sail in all waters. The new law is the result of thorough…
Purchasing a large recreational vessel like a yacht is certainly a big expense for you, but the joy and pleasure you will get from the time you, your family, and your friends get to spend out on the water. There are always expenses that you will need to consider that go along with purchase, and…
Buying a new boat for pleasure or commercial purposes can be wonderful for you. But there is a legal process that you need to follow. That way, you make sure that your boat is properly registered and legally allowed in the water. Filing the proper paperwork with Transport Canada is very important, but it is…