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…
A responsible boat owner will always put the safety of their passengers first. You want to make sure that you have an adequate supply of life jackets, follow appropriate dockside protocols, and obey all the laws of operation while you’re out on Canadian waters. Chances are, you’re aware of these simple best practices for marine…
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…
It is important that you follow all the laws set forth by Transport Canada so that you can legally operate your ship in the Canadian waters. While there are differences in requirements depending on if you have a pleasure craft or commercial vessel, there are strict regulations you must follow if you are a government…
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…
In the event of a transmission of ownership for a registered vessel, in instances of death, bankruptcy, or other lawful means, Transport Canada does require that they be notified with official documentation. Using what is called a Form 8 -Declaration of Transmission, which is a form that clearly delineates a change in vessel ownership, you…
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.…