New Pleasure Craft Licence Guidelines for 2026: Stay Prepared

New Pleasure Craft Licence Guidelines for 2026: Stay Prepared

Boating across Canada is entering a new regulatory era. On January 6, 2026, the federal government announced significant changes that affect how boat owners manage their pleasure craft licence, timelines, fees, and ongoing compliance.  For Canadians who rely on clear, current records to stay on the water without interruption, these updates reshape expectations that have…

New Ship Safety Bulletin May Affect Your Bareboat Charters in Canada

New Ship Safety Bulletin May Affect Your Bareboat Charters in Canada

For charterers involved in bareboat charters in Canada, Ship Safety Bulletin No. 20/2025 brings renewed attention to navigation bridge visibility, shifting practical and legal responsibilities in ways that directly affect day-to-day operations.  From how deck equipment is carried to how risk assessments are recorded, this bulletin reaches beyond commercial shipping and into the realities of…

Critical Government Update for Those on the Small Vessel Register

Critical Government Update for Those on the Small Vessel Register

Recent guidance from Transport Canada has created new points of focus for owners and operators listed on the small vessel register, particularly those responsible for non-pleasure boats operating in Canadian waters.  As a portal dedicated to simplifying interaction with federal systems, we are sharing this update so boat owners can clearly see how current requirements…

Winter Safety Boating Tips From Our Transport Canada Ship Registry Portal

Winter Safety Boating Tips From Our Transport Canada Ship Registry Portal

Cold weather changes how every boat operates, how crews respond to emergencies, and how safety guidance should be applied on Canadian waterways. Through our online portal, we stay aligned with national safety guidance as well as Transport Canada ship registry requirements so boat owners can continue operating responsibly throughout the year. Winter boating highlights how…

Transport Canada Registry Info: Search & Rescue Closure Dates You Must Know

Transport Canada Registry Info: Search & Rescue Closure Dates You Must Know

As an online portal that simplifies Transport Canada processes, we follow closely that which directly impacts Canadian boaters. The annual seasonal closure of certain Canadian Coast Guard Search and Rescue stations in Ontario has been released. This has direct implications for safety planning, compliance, and how your Transport Canada registry records fit into the bigger…

Transport Canada Boat Registry News: Zebra Mussel Testing Ramifications

Transport Canada Boat Registry News: Zebra Mussel Testing Ramifications

The government’s pending decision on watercraft access to Clear Lake has drawn national attention to invasive species controls and how they directly affect recreational boating. From our perspective as an online portal that supports Transport Canada filings, this story highlights how environmental rules intersect with registration systems, licencing status, and accurate records. For anyone operating…

Transport Canada: Float Plan and Registration Tips for Your Boat

Transport Canada Boat Registration — Transport Canada: Float Plan and Registration Tips for Your Boat

Planning a day on the water always feels exciting, but responsible preparation shapes a safer, more confident boating experience. Filing a float plan, keeping your Transport Canada marine registration current, and ensuring you have everything Transport Canada requires before you head out offer layers of protection that benefit you, your passengers, and the broader boating…