Transport Canada (TC) makes the rules clear about owning a pleasure craft and obtaining a pleasure craft license. A pleasure craft represents a boat that is used for recreation and does not carry passengers or commercial loads. The definition of the vessel is defined under Canada’s 2001 Shipping Act. While a passenger is someone who pays…
Alberta is home to some of the most gorgeous waterways in all of Canada. With this in mind, it is no surprise that boat owners flock to this province every year to fish or sightsee with their friends and loved ones. If you are an Alberta resident, or just looking to visit, you are going…
When you buy a boat in Canada, you have to fill out different forms. Fortunately, you can speed up the process if you go through the National Vessel Registry Center to complete registration or licensing. However, if you’re required to register your boat, you need to fill out a form 6 bill of sale first.…
If you’ve asked the question, “How A Boat Ownership Transfer Works?” you’re not alone. This question pops up from time to time. The simplest way is to go online and complete the transfer here on the National Vessel Registry Center site. We’ll get you through the steps with virtual ease. How A Boat Ownership Transfer…
If you are new to boating, you might find yourself overwhelmed at how much there is to learn. Chances are, in searching for a boat to purchase, you received a crash course in the different types of pleasure craft that are out there. Provided you have acquired your Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC), you have…
Purchasing a boat can be a major investment. While the recreational possibilities are nearly endless when you own your own boat, such a vessel can come at a sizable cost. Beyond the price tag of the boat itself, you also need to consider docking fees and other maintenance costs. With such a high cost of…
If you’re planning to buy a new boat, nothing is cut-and-dried. You need to know what Canadian vessel registry paperwork to provide. Transport Canada requires new boat owners to follow a specific process when they’re buying a boat. The following information will help you sort out the details to streamline the buying process. Canadian Vessel…
As a boat owner and nature enthusiast, you have a basic obligation to do what you can to protect the environment. Chances are you are familiar with how to keep your emissions at safe levels, you clean your vessel regularly, and you refrain from littering the water with trash and refuse. Sometimes, however, you can…
Canadian boat owners must follow strict guidelines for registering or licensing their boats. This can get confusing as there is a distinct difference between licence and registration activities. Therefore, you need to follow specific rules, depending on whether you own a commercial boat or pleasure craft vessel. So, What is the Difference Between a Vessel…
Owning your own boat is a privilege that most will never know. Putting yourself in a position to purchase a boat can call for years of hard work and sacrifice, as they can be cost-prohibitive. For this reason, the majority of vessel owners cherish their boats, and in turn, they do everything they can to…