You are probably well aware of the importance of having the Transport Canada registration of your vessel in order. However, how about consulting the registration and its associated information? Let’s take a closer look at the vessel registration query system. Vessel Registration Query System There are two ways to consult the Canadian register of vessels…
If you own a recreational vessel, then you’re probably aware that you will always need to have your boating license in order. This doesn’t just mean that you’ll need to have it be valid at all times, but you will also need to keep it on you while operating the vessel itself. Let’s take a…
Commercial vessel owners here in Canada know that, in order to operate their ships, they need to register them with Transport Canada. This registration will not only make it official that they properly had their vessel go through the corresponding process with Transport Canada, but it will also show that the owner is meeting the…
What do you need in order to drive your car around? Well, for one, a licence, right? If you want to use your vehicle on the streets, you need a driver’s licence. Something similar will apply to recreational boats, for which you will need a pleasure craft licence in Ontario. Getting Your Pleasure Craft Licence…
We all know that submitting any sort of government paperwork, form, or application can be kind of obnoxious. After all, you never know when they are going to give you trouble for something you overlooked or ignored. Let’s take a look at what the pleasure craft registration form is and how you can submit it…
Vessel ownership is a comprehensive task that includes all sorts of different forms, applications, and guidelines you will need to consider in order to meet Alberta boating regulations. However, while a lot of people are aware that they have to meet these regulations, they aren’t exactly privy to how these procedures work. Let’s take a…
Getting your vessel registration in order (or your pleasure craft license in the case of recreational vessels) at the time of purchase is a very important step in cementing your ownership. As part of that process, you will be receiving a number that will serve as your boat hull identification number in Canada going forward.…
Registering a vessel with Transport Canada is a necessary step for anyone looking to operate their commercial boat in Canadian waters. Every vessel owner in the country is aware of that need. However, as simple as the process might be, it can quickly get a bit more complicated when dealing with specific vessels. This includes,…
The registration of a vessel isn’t exactly tied to the owner, but rather to the boat itself. It is, after all, its documentation with Transport Canada. This means that, should the owner change, the registration will have to stay with the vessel. Hence, this is what the process for a transfer of Canadian registration will…
A boat name is something that can be very personal. Maybe you want to name your vessel after someone you love or something that means a lot to you. Perhaps you just want to give it a name that makes you laugh, or something that will seem professional to your clients. Regardless of the intentions,…