You have always done everything right when it comes to owning and operating your boat. You make sure the vessel is always in its best condition, is clean and safe to use, and that your paperwork is current and valid. Unfortunately, accidents happen to everyone along the way, and you can never plan on something…
Whether you purchase a boat that is brand new or one that is previously owned and used, there are procedures you must follow to make sure the boat is legal to be in the water in British Columbia (BC). Canadian law dictates that you must either register the vessel with Transport Canada or file for…
According to Canadian law, if you own a commercial vessel you need to register it with Transport Canada. The laws for pleasure vessels differ slightly, and while you must license your vessel, registration is not a mandatory process you must go through. There are some benefits to registration that may make it appeal to you,…
When you are first shopping for a large pleasure boat or yacht for yourself, it is likely that you will look at boats for sale from brokers or previous owners. A used vessel can be much cheaper than buying a brand new one will be, and it will still provide you with everything you want…
Owning and operating a commercial vessel is challenging and hard work. No matter what type of business you may run with your vessel, you need to make sure your boat is always safe and capable of performing the tasks in front of you. Beyond that, you also need to make sure your boat is registered…
You finally found the perfect pleasure boat, and it meets all your expectations and needs. You cannot wait to get it for yourself, but the one issue you have is that the boat is in the United States and you are in Canada. Since this is the first time you are purchasing a large vessel…
When you are shopping for a pleasure vessel or yacht for yourself in Canada, you may find that there are better options and prices available. Specially, if you buy your boat somewhere in the United States. Whether you buy the vessel new or on the secondary market, you can save some money on the transaction.…
Given all the paperwork involved in boat ownership, it’s bound to get confusing at some point or another. We know that everything related to boat numbers in Canada can be a lot, so let us help. Here’s everything you need to know as part of this process. The Guide to Boat Numbers in Canada As…
Are you looking into changing boat registration in Ontario? Whether you need to change a boat’s name, address, or hailing port, we have all the forms you might need to do so. Changing Boat Registration in Ontario We know that any sort of bureaucratic paperwork can feel tedious or annoying, which is why we want…
One of the best things about boating is that it is an activity almost anyone can enjoy. No matter what age you happen to be, you can find pleasure in a day out on the water. Whether you enjoy sightseeing in the tranquility of nature, or if you are an avid fisherman or water sports…