Abandoned boats in Canada sit in a bit of an administrative grey area. That is, until someone finds it. Here’s what you can do if you want to claim an Abandoned Boat Title in Canada. Claiming an Abandoned Boat Title in Canada Have you found an abandoned vessel somewhere in Canada? Would you like to…
Looking for answers regarding how to file your Boat Name Registration in Canada? Here at the National Vessel Documentation Center, we have everything you need to know about it. Boat Name Registration in Canada In order to register your boat name with Transport Canada, you will have to go through a very specific bureaucratic application…
Are you looking into how to register a foreign vessel in Canada? Should that be the case, there are a few key points we encourage you to pay particular attention to. Here’s what you need to know in order to properly register your foreign vessel with Transport Canada. How to Register a Foreign Vessel in…
If you’re looking to apply for a documented vessel transfer of ownership, you will need a couple of forms, all of which can be found here at the National Vessel Registry Center. Documented Vessel Transfer of Ownership When it comes to selling a vessel to someone else and officially transferring ownership, you need to pay…
If you buy a boat in Canada, you’ll either need to get a pleasure craft licence or registration. Both are different types of processes. However, both a registration and a licence help authorities find you in case of an emergency. A good rule of thumb to tell the difference: registration is for commercial vessels while…
Ahoy, fellow mariners! Dreaming of cruising along the breathtaking waters of British Columbia? If you’re nodding, first things first – you’ve got to get the BC Boat Registration sorted. But don’t fret; we’re here to navigate you through calm waters, ensuring the process is hassle-free. In British Columbia, there are legal requirements for owning and…
Many people come to us asking “Can you rename a boat?”, not because it’s considered bad luck, but because they don’t know if it’s allowed. Don’t worry, it is, and here’s how you can do it. Our team is here to make sure this process is smooth for you. Can You Rename a Boat? There…
As a Canadian boat owner, it’s not just a suggestion but an absolute must to keep your pleasure craft license in ship-shape condition. Letting your license expire could bring on a wave of penalties or even the scary prospect of having your beloved vessel confiscated. Now, don’t let that get you all at sea. Luckily,…
Whether you like to fish, waterski, or just sightseeing in the beautiful Canadian outdoors, owning a boat can open up a whole new world of leisure activities. When you have the freedom to untie from the dock at just a moment’s notice, you can take to the lake whenever you feel so inclined. It is…
One of the great things about owning a boat in Canada is that there is no shortage of beautiful, scenic bodies of water to explore. While our expansive nation is home to a nearly endless supply of freshwater lakes, Ontario is truly in a league of its own. With more than 250,000 lakes, Ontario is…