Boating on Canadian waterways is a joy that has been passed down for generations. For many of us, our grandparents (or an earlier relative) started on these waters, and now it’s our turn. No matter what brings you to Candian waterways, it’s important to be in compliance with Transport Canada regulations. We can make it…
How to Import a Boat from the USA
Not everyone is lucky enough to find the boat they want to purchase right in their own backyard. It would be ideal if you had a broker, previous owner, or manufacturer around the corner offering just the vessel you want at the price that is perfect for you, but things rarely work out that way.…
Can You Change the Name of a Boat?
If you have just purchased a boat from a previous owner, it is only natural that you want to do all you can to make your new vessel yours in every way. You want to put your mark on the boat, decorating the interior the way you want it to look and outfitting it with…
The First Steps Toward a Canadian Pleasure Craft Licence
Are you getting ready to make a move to buy your first boat? Having a fun recreational vessel that you can take out and enjoy whenever you want is something special. Spending your free time on the countless lakes, rivers, and waterways in Canada will give you a sense of accomplishment, as well as the…
Finding a Bill of Sale Template in Canada
People have many different reasons for deciding to sell a boat. It may be that you are ready to move on and buy something bigger or newer. Perhaps you want to downsize and get a smaller boat now that better suits your needs. It may be that you just decide to live without having a…
Transport Canada Vessel Registration and Winter Safety Boating Tips
In the past, we’ve mentioned what to do if you’re considering going out boating in cold weather. Winter boat rides can be some of the best boat rides, as you’ll take in a kind of beauty that you won’t be able to see any other time of year. However, for many boaters, they go out…
Watercraft Licence in Canada No Matter How You’re Using Your Vessel
There are so many different things you can do with a boat in Canada. You could take it all around your local lake, bay, or even ocean area, enjoying everything to your heart’s content. Alternatively, you could decide that you want to use your vessel to make some money. You could maybe make some alterations…
Licence to Boat How You Want When You Want
Buying a boat comes with a rush of adrenaline: the freedom to be able to take your vessel out whenever you want in whatever manner you want. This is true whether you’re getting your own pleasure craft for the first time, or if you just bought another enormous commercial vessel to add to your fleet.…
Transport Canada Access for Regular People
Transport Canada has a vast array of responsibilities. If you go through their site, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by how much they have to do on any given day. As a result of all of those tasks and agendas, it’s not always easy to get them to do what you want them to do.…
Transporting Your Documents Through the Doors of Transport Canada
In a perfect world, dealing with Transport Canada would be simple and easy. You would simply type up your documents, press a button, and they’d be taken care of. You wouldn’t have to worry about whether or not the forms are filled out properly, or if the authorities are going to give you the forms…