How you carry out your documented vessel transfer of ownership will depend on what vessel you’re transferring. Here are the two types of Transport Canada transfers. Documented Vessel Transfer of Ownership To make the sale of a vessel official, at least in administrative terms, you will have to file for a documented vessel transfer of…
Once you receive your Canadian boat registration numbers, it will be important for you to display them on your vessel. Here are all the guidelines you’ll need to follow when doing this. How to Display Canadian Boat Registration Numbers If you recently got your Transport Canada registration in order, then that means you received your…
The process of transferring ownership of a boat over to your buyer can seem complicated, but we’re here to make sure it isn’t so. Here’s how to easily process a boat transfer in Quebec. Taking Care of a Boat Transfer in Quebec Transferring ownership of a vessel is a very important step in selling your…
The boat registry in Ontario exists to promptly keep track of all the commercial boats that operate in the province. Here’s what you need to do for your operation to join the registry. Joining the Boat Registry in Ontario The boat registry in Ontario exists to keep track of the commercial vessels operating in Ontario…
One of the many reasons it is great to be a resident of Ontario, Canada is that it is a true boater’s paradise. Home to more than a staggering 250,000 lakes, this province holds roughly one-fifth of the entire world’s freshwater supply. With that in mind, you could take your boat to a new lake…
Should you find a boat without an owner, you might be wondering, “How can you take ownership of an abandoned boat?” Well, our team has all the answers you need. How Can You Take Ownership of an Abandoned Boat? More people than you’d think end up asking themselves whether or not they can claim an…
Boating, for many, is a lifelong hobby. No matter what age you are, you can enjoy yourself by getting out on the lake and fishing, waterskiing, or just relaxing. Of course, as your life is sure to grow and evolve, so too will your boating needs. With that said, it is not uncommon to find…
If you own a commercial boat here in Nova Scotia, you are well aware of the registration process. After all, you surely had to go through it after you purchased your vessel. Now, what happens if you are parting ways with your boat? How do you address changes that need to be done to the…
When you buy a boat, the first thing you will want to do is get it in the water. This is perfectly understandable. After all, it may have taken months–or even years–of saving money and budgeting before you were finally able to purchase the vessel of your dreams. Additionally, you probably had to do quite…
As a prospective boat owner, you should learn more about your boat name and hailing port so that you are better able to interact with your Transport Canada vessel documentation going forward. A Guide to the Boat Name and Hailing Port Although a lot of people might not think about it, your boat name and…