When the federal government announced new funding for the Indigenous Community Boat Volunteer Program (ICBVP), it became clear that Transport Canada, along with the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary (CCGA, is making an important investment in the water safety, sovereignty, and community resilience of Indigenous and coastal peoples across Canada. Here at the National Vessel Registry…
If you own a small Canadian boat — or are thinking about registering one — you’ll want to pay close attention to recent changes announced by Transport Canada in Ship Safety Bulletin No. 17/2025. These updates affect how tonnage is measured for boats under 24 metres, and can have big implications for Canadian boat registration,…
Canada’s coastlines are among its greatest treasures, and through the renewed Oceans Protection Plan, we’re seeing ambitious updates that strengthen marine safety, environmental stewardship, and community resilience. At the National Vessel Registry Center Corp., our mission is to support boaters by making it as smooth as possible to handle Transport Canada processes — like Canadian…
Canada’s coastlines are a national treasure, but abandoned boats pose serious environmental, safety, and navigational risks. Our team at the National Vessel Registry Center Corp. recognizes how important it is that these derelict crafts are managed responsibly — and thanks to Transport Canada the Abandoned Boats Program is doing just that, restoring our shorelines and…
Recently, Transport Canada set out specific regulatory guidance for all boats (foreign and domestic) navigating in Canadian waters. When you are managing your boat documentation through our service at National Vessel Registry Center Corp., it’s essential not only to focus on registration and licencing but also to stay compliant with operational regulations. What Transport Canada…
Going on the water this winter? Boating safely always matters, but especially in winter, when temperatures drop. Transport Canada boating regulations and safety requirements play a significant role in how people continue to enjoy Canadian waters when the temperatures start to fall. As a portal for boat registration in Canada, we stay on top of…
Transporting goods, traveling between provinces, or enjoying time on the water is a central part of life for so many boat owners across the country. Recent developments from Transport Canada outline new funding and initiatives aimed toward reducing underwater noise from boats and improving marine ecosystems. A recent press release highlighted this commitment. These…
In a move underscoring the government’s commitment to safety on the water, Transport Canada recently issued Ship Safety Bulletin (SSB) No. 15/2025 concerning mandatory fatigue management training. This new requirement dictates that Canadian seafarers enrolling in certain Marine Emergency Duties (MED) courses must first complete an approved online course focused on managing fatigue at sea. …
A pleasure craft licence isn’t just another piece of paperwork — it plays a vital role in identifying your boat, keeping you compliant with Transport Canada regulations, and ensuring that search and rescue officials can find you in an emergency. Before setting off, owners of certain recreational boats must ensure that their watercraft are legally…
Buying a boat within Canada is an exciting proposition. You have to comply with certain legal requirements. The Small Vessel First Time Registration process is a very important item that helps people register their vessel under Canadian law and keeps people within the law. Not registering your small vessel may make you liable to penalties,…