The Canadian Boat Registry exists to assist you in getting the proper certificates for legal operation of your boat. This allows you to use your vessel, whether it’s recreational or commercial for its intended purpose by providing relevant information to the appropriate authorities regarding the information pertaining to your boat, including ownership and vessel specifications.…
Have you ever wandered into a good deal for a boat online and asked yourself “can a Canadian buy a boat in the US?” If you have, good news! They can! Here’s what to do. Can a Canadian Buy a Boat in the US? When approaching an international purchase of a vessel, you need to…
Filing boat transfer papers in BC is a comprehensive process that might take different forms depending on what the intended transfer will be. Let’s take a look at the different processes. Boat Transfer Papers in BC Part of the process to transfer ownership of a boat with Transport Canada will evidently depend on exactly what…
If you are in the market for a new hobby and you have a passion for nature and the outdoors, boating can make a lot of sense. There are not many better alternatives to getting out on the water and relaxing in the sunshine if that happens to be your thing. Also, living in Canada…
When you buy a boat, you can say goodbye to spending your weekends stuck on the shore. That’s right–you’ll no longer need to rely on friends or relatives to take you out on their boats. You will be in charge of your maritime destiny, as you can freely untie from the dock whenever the urge…
If you have recently decided to buy your boat, you are looking for an exciting new hobby to enjoy with your friends and family. Soon, you will be able to venture out to the lake, launch your vessel, and make lasting memories as you cruise the waves. Of course, getting to the point where you…
Before you know it, it will be time to launch your boat and embrace the warmer weather. Understandably, during Canada’s winter months, this can feel as though it is a lifetime away, but in truth, spring is right around the corner. As you prepare and make summer plans, this is also a good time to…
If you are like many Canadians, you are spending your winter daydreaming about the warmer summer months, the days when you can get the boat out on the lake. Make no mistake about it, the winters here can feel endless, but with a new year comes a new boating season, and you will want to …
When it comes to how to check boat history and the Transport Canada database, there are two methods to consider. Each will come in useful in different situations. Here’s how to use them. How to Check Boat History If you are looking for some quick current information about a specific boat, then you will want…
It’s very important to get documentation for a Canadian vessel in order to operate the boat in question without any issue. Here’s how to be in proper compliance with documentation regulations. Documentation For a Canadian Vessel Now, something very important to keep in mind in regards to Transport Canada paperwork is that documentation for a…