If you’re selling a boat in BC, then you might need a few pointers so as to make the overall process much easier for yourself. At the National Vessel Registry Center, we are here to help. A Guide to Selling a Boat in BC In order to sell a boat, you will have to keep…
One of the many ways in which Transport Canada can help you is through the Canadian ship registry database, which holds all the information you might need about documented vessels. Canadian Ship Registry Database There are two ways to consult the Canadian ship registry database and each will come in useful in different situations. If…
Do you march to the beat of your own drummer? Do you appreciate being able to put your own stamp on things? If the answer is yes to both of those questions, then you probably are drawn to boating as a pastime. After all, when you have a boat of your own, you make your…
If you are tired of being stuck on the shore during the boating season, it might be time to finally purchase a vessel of your own. When you own a boat, you no longer have to rely on that friend or family member to take you out on the lake–you can do so whenever the…
When it comes to leisure activities, nothing allows you to enjoy the great Canadian outdoors quite like owning your own boat. With a vessel of your own, you can head out and fish, waterski, or just relax whenever the urge should arise. If you happen to be a Quebec resident, you have also found yourself…
The Shipping Act is a cornerstone of maritime legislation in Canada, governing various aspects of navigation, safety, and environmental protection within Canadian waters. As a third-party agency dedicated to Canadian Vessel Registration, National Vessel Registry Center, Corp. provides mariners with a comprehensive overview of the Canada Shipping Act and its significant role in ensuring safe…
Getting a new boat comes with a lot of exciting new possibilities, but also with some duties. If you are buying a used boat or a new one, then you will need to keep the following in mind. Registering Your New Vessel Whether you are buying a used boat or a new one, you will…
Do you oversee a non-profit organization? Maybe you’re the owner of a camp or yacht club. If you need to do a boat registration, you may be confused about how to register it. Is the boat defined as a non-pleasure craft or a pleasure craft? How do you distinguish between the two categories with respect…
When planning to sell your boat, you will probably have a few questions. You might be wondering how do I transfer ownership of a pleasure craft? Well, we can help with that. How Do I Transfer Ownership of a Pleasure Craft? Pleasure craft ownership in Canada comes with the corresponding license that allows it to…
In accordance with the Canada Shipping Act of 2001, non-pleasure vessels need to be registered if they are to operate in Canadian waters. With this in mind, it’s good to know the details of the overall registration process. Like, what kind of vessel do you have? Do small boats need to be registered? What kind…