Have you been worried about licensing a boat in Ontario or really, anywhere in Canada? Are you concerned when you think about how much time it’s going to take dealing with all of the registration needs for your vessels in Canada? That’s perfectly understandable. After all, no one likes to have to take care of…
Does it bother you to think about having to sit down at your desktop computer for hours just to complete your Canadian boat registration? When you research how to license Canadian pleasure boats, does it annoy or frustrate you to the point that you just put it off till later? You’re not alone, not by…
When you have recently purchased a boat you’re excited to get out on the water. You are probably more concerned about spending a day fishing in the sun than worrying about forms and legal steps. However, if you purchased your boat from another owner you may ask “how to change the name of a boat?”…
Isn’t it great owning a new boat? You now have the freedom of getting out on the water and enjoying scenery that most people don’t have the pleasure to. When it comes to being a new boat owner there are plenty of legal requirements involved in your pleasure craft. For that reason, it’s best to…
There comes a time for every vessel owner to sell his yacht or boat. The reasons can be various – from financial needs to purchasing a new one. To be able to sell your vessel for the right price, you need to know the rules of the market. In this article, we will provide all…
On October 17, 2018, the Canadian Parliament passed Bill C-45, or more popularly known as the Cannabis Act. This legal action legalized and regulated the sale and consumption of cannabis in Canada. Since the first dispensaries began being active, people have been wondering about how this affects marine transport ,vessels and Canadian vessel documentation. In this…
Canadian yacht enthusiasts have a habit of buying vessels out of the country. This is because they’re either interested in US-made or other foreign boats, or are simply looking for a better price. While you might be getting what you want, do you know about the entire process of purchasing vessels from the US and other…
First things first, congrats on owning a boat and being a responsible boat owner! It’s always best to understand the legalities and requirements involved with owning your pleasure craft and looking up questions is one of the best ways to learn. One of the premier things to understand when learning about licence displays is that…
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…