In case you are a non- Canadian resident and want to enter Canada through international waters, you must learn the right way to do it. Importing a vessel into Canada can be achieved by complying with the authorities’ requirements to do so. This guide provides information on the temporary importation and retention of foreign vessels…
Have you recently bought a Canadian vessel and want to make sure that you have the right documentation for your needs? After you’ve gone through the entire process of buying a boat in Canada, you don’t want to have any concerns with documentation. Here at our site, we’ve helped so many folks such as yourself…
As any seasoned sailor will tell you, changing the name of a boat is bad luck. It’s a superstition that dates back to Greek mythology when changing a vessel’s name was seen as a personal affront to Poseiden, the God of the sea. Apart from offending any ancient deities, however, changing the name of a…
Have you been wondering whether or not you need a boat bill of sale to complete a transaction? Are you concerned that a lack of vessel documentation may put your boat sale in jeopardy? The good news is that, for many vessel owners, you don’t have to worry. Indeed, if your vessel is registered through…
Are you planning on taking your family and friends out for one last boating hurrah in 2021? Do you plan on ringing in the new year 2022 on the water? There’s nothing like being out on the Canadian waters, no matter the temperature. That said, in the winter, it behooves all boaters to take extra…
Are you considering buying a boat without ownership in Ontario? Has the perfect opportunity for a vessel fallen into your lap and you don’t want to let it go? The truth is that for all of the registration and documentation in the world, at the end of the day, the sale of a vessel is…
Purchasing a boat is a sizable financial commitment. As with any investment, it is wise to do your due diligence when buying a boat, be it a small pleasure craft, a large yacht, or a commercial vessel. If you are in the market for a used boat, this is especially true. You want to know…
Are you in the process of selling your vessel and want to make sure that you’ve taken care of all of the necessary documentation? Have you found a vessel that you want to buy but aren’t sure if all of the forms have been filled out correctly? Buying a vessel and selling a vessel are…
Have you recently purchased a vessel and want to make sure that you have all of the documentation you need to be taken care of? Or, alternatively, did you sell your vessel to someone and want the peace of mind that comes from knowing you did it right? We can help. Our site has been…
The Small Vessel Regulations require that all pleasure crafts, of all sizes, that are equipped with one or more propulsion engines be licensed. The process of licensing a boat in Ontario is not necessarily hard but there are certain details you should be familiar with. At the National Vessel Registry Center, we provide a system…