From April 2021 up to April 2023, Transport Canada has set up many changes regarding regulations for maritime transport. As you maybe already know, many of them are still pending to be implemented, but will surely do in the following months. Be sure to keep yourself updated on any changes. Transport Canada has listed each…
Sailing is one of humanity’s most desired activities since someone crafted something that could float on water. But what about living out of it? Before that, learn about buying a boat in Canada and read this amazing experience to see if it is what you have been looking for your whole life. It could really…
When anyone buys a boat, it is normally used for sailing or fishing. But what happens when it is for government use? Learn all about achieving registration of a government vessel so the boat is legally allowed to operate under Transport Canada’s requirements. Every type of boat needs some kind of documentation to become operative.…
If you are a Canadian who owns a boat and lives in Ontario, or if you are planning to move there, you surely have thought about sailing once or twice. Licensing a boat in Ontario is a must in case you are looking to visit the Great Lakes, Lake Nipigon, or Moose River by yourself.…
The loss of a beloved person is always something sad, even when we grow old and we know how nature’s cycle ends. Although it can be hard to deal with, you can do a transfer of ownership so grandpa’s weekend ship where you spent many holidays can still be of use. The last thing you…
So you finally made up your mind about it and decided to buy a ship. After a while, a potential seller appears with a good-looking boat and an interesting offer. Learn how to transfer a pleasure craft license, what do you need, and how can you do it, so both you and the other part…
Riding a personal watercraft can provide an exhilarating experience. Gliding over the water, careening through the wake, and feeling the mist in your face makes for a truly enjoyable day out on the water. Before you take your jet ski off the trailer, though, you may want to know how to register a Seadoo in…
The COVID-19 pandemic has had impacts far and wide across Canada. Even simple tasks like taking your Canadian vessel out on the water call for safety precautions in light of the virus. Fortunately, for boaters, being outside and on the lake is one of the safer activities that can be done as we all push…
Ontario, Canada has one of the most uniquely beautiful landscapes in North America. Its serene and tranquil backdrop is also home to many pristine waterways, drawing boating enthusiasts from all over Canada. If you are looking to take your boat out on the water, it is important to have an understanding of what you need…
If you appreciate the great outdoors, there is no better way to connect with nature than getting out on a boat. Canada, with its vast wilderness and plentiful bodies of water, can make for an ideal setting for any boating adventure. Before you put your oars or motor in the water, however, you should take…