Hey there! Are you thinking about upgrading your boat? Or maybe life’s calling you to a new shore, and it’s time to say goodbye to your trusty old vessel? Much like buying a car or house, transferring boat ownership in Canada involves a handful of steps and quite a bit of paperwork. But don’t let…
Ahoy, there! Ever dreamt of cruising Ontario’s vast, picturesque waters, the wind in your hair, the sun setting over the horizon? Well, hold onto that daydream, because we’re here to tell you that with an Ontario pleasure craft license, this dream can become your everyday reality. The license is your golden ticket, your passport if…
Canada is famous for its glimmering lakes and rivers, and stunningly beautiful coastal landscapes, making it an ideal haven for anyone who owns a boat To truly savor Canada’s natural beauty through boating, it’s important to register your vessel. Using our Recreational Boat Transfer Form in Canada comes with several advantages. Besides being safeguarded under…
Are you itching to get back on the water but need to renew your pleasure craft license first? If the question “how to easily and successfully complete the pleasure craft license renewal process” is on your mind, fear not! We at the National Vessel Registry are here to help you navigate these waters with ease.…
In the rare event that you find an abandoned vessel, you may be wondering if you can put it to use. So, can you claim an abandoned boat? Here’s what you need to know about that. Can You Claim an Abandoned Boat? If you want to claim an abandoned boat for yourself, you will first…
You finally took the plunge and bought that new pleasure craft you’ve been dreaming about for years. Now it’s sitting in your driveway, gleaming in the sunlight, whispering sweet promises of lazy days on the lake and exciting adventures on Canadian waterways. Before you can shove off from the dock though, there’s the little matter…
So you finally got that boat you’ve always dreamed of and can’t wait to hit the water for a day or even a week of leisure. Today, the sun is shining on the lake – everything is aglitter! Suddenly, something dawns on the horizon. A question pops into your head: “Do I have the necessary…
The question of how to renew a pleasure craft licence in Canada is one of the most common ones in order to make sure your boat stays legal and safe. Even though Transport Canada has always been in charge of this process, more and more Canadians are using online services like the National Vessel Registry…
Any boat owner will tell you that changing the name of their vessel is a momentous occasion. When you change the name of your boat, you need to make sure you are following Transport Canada’s rules. This is true whether you are changing the name to reflect a new owner, a new stage in your…
So, after years of thinking about it, it is finally time to buy a boat of your own. You can hardly be blamed for pulling the trigger–with your own vessel, you are free to head out onto one of Canada’s thousands of lakes whenever the urge strikes you. There simply are not many better ways…