If you’re having a vessel built, and the financing for this project is coming from an outside lender via a builder’s mortgage, there will be documentation that will need to be submitted to the Canadian Registry of Vessels. The Form 16 – Builder’s Mortgage will ask for information regarding all mortgagors and mortgagees as they…
If you’ve recently purchased a boat, and you’re considering first-time registration with Transport Canada, there are a few things you’ll need to provide. Firstly, you’ll have to completely fill out an application and provide a certificate of qualification. You’ll also need to submit a Form 2 – Builder’s Certificate for First Title, which proves that your…
Buying or selling a boat is not unlike buying or selling a car. Once a price has been negotiated, and the transaction is ready to take place, there will be a certain amount of paperwork that needs to be completed. In the case of a transaction involving a boat that’s registered with Transport Canada, a…
In the event of a vessel being registered with Transport Canada, it is compulsory that said vessel have what is known as an authorized representative. If you happen to be the sole owner, this can be yourself; if the vessel is owned by multiple parties, someone will need to be selected as the authorized representative.…
Government-owned vessels can also be registered with Transport Canada. In order to obtain registration, a form is known as Form 17 – Application for the Registration of a Government Ship, under the Canada Shipping Act, 2001, Subsection 46 (3) will need to be completed. This document requires a significant amount of information about the vessel…
Canadian Vessel Registry Center makes Form 1 – Application for Registry easy. Our simple-to-use online portal allows you to submit your documentation in a painless, accurate manner. Whether you’re applying for first-time registration or seeking renewal, the Canadian Vessel Registry can help get you there. Take a moment to explore our website and see what…
If you’re currently awaiting a Certificate of Registration for your vessel from Transport Canada, but you’re interested in selling your boat to a buyer in a foreign nation, or you need to move it for another reason, you may think you’re out of luck. With a Form 9 – Application for Provisional Certificate of Registry,…
Your vessel is an expensive investment. For that reason, it is vital that you protect it against theft and other external factors. Because your boat can be easily stolen, it is a good idea to apply for vessel registration in Canada. Having your boat registered will help government agencies to identify your boat in case of an…
You should consider registering your vessel to obtain a proof of boat ownership. Vessel registration is a titling system and logged in the Canadian Register of Vessels. Once registered, you will need to mark your boat with its name and the port of registry. These marketing must be visible outside the Canadian vessel. Interior markings…
To ensure that your boat or yacht is documented properly and legally, you need to submit all documents to the proper authorities. But submission to the National Vessel Registry is not as easy as you think it is. Several types of documentation must be provided, so your boat will be properly licensed and insured. You…