Starting the boating season is an exciting time, but before you can enjoy the open water, you need to take care of your Nova Scotia boat registration. Registering your boat ensures that you’re following Canadian maritime laws, staying compliant with regulations, and avoiding potential setbacks when you want to launch. At the National Vessel Registry…
Losing your registration papers can be stressful, especially when you are eager to get on the water. If you’re dealing with a lost boat registration, the National Vessel Registry Center Corp. can help make the replacement process much smoother. Having your certificate on hand is not just about staying organized—it’s about complying with Canadian maritime…
Starting bareboat charters in Canada can be a potentially rewarding business for boat owners. For many, the thought of renting out their boat to qualified operators is a way to generate income while maximizing the use of their investment. Setting up a charter can create a stream of revenue that helps offset the costs of…
The watercraft transfer of ownership process in Canada involves officially changing vessel ownership records with Transport Canada to ensure legal compliance and proper documentation. Whether you’re buying, selling, or inheriting a boat, this watercraft transfer of ownership procedure protects both parties and maintains accurate government records of vessel ownership across Canadian waters. When a boat…
The Transport Canada register boat process involves submitting proper documentation to officially record your vessel with the federal government, ensuring legal compliance and establishing your ownership rights in Canadian waters. This comprehensive registration system protects boat owners while maintaining accurate records for safety and regulatory purposes, making it essential for anyone operating a commercial or…
If you’re a boat owner in Canada wondering about registration requirements, the Small Vessel Register is designed specifically for commercial boats under 15 gross tons powered by engines of 10 horsepower or more. This registration system simplifies the process for smaller commercial vessels, providing an alternative to the full vessel registry while ensuring compliance with…
Navigating the requirements for operating a vessel in Canadian waters can be more complicated than many boaters expect. At Canada Transport, we’re here to simplify the process, especially when it comes to understanding the difference between Transport Canada boat registration and pleasure craft licensing. These two systems serve different purposes and apply to different categories…
If you are something of an outdoors enthusiast, it makes sense that you would find yourself gravitating towards Alberta. After all, this Canadian province is home to breathtaking scenery and hundreds of bodies of water. Whether you are an Alberta resident, or if you are thinking about taking a visit, you will find that there…
Canadian boat registration shouldn’t be challenging. That may not sound revolutionary, but it is. The authorities have made it too difficult and for too long. That’s where we can step in. Whether you’re operating a boat for leisure or commercial purposes, proper documentation can play a role, as it can ensure compliance, facilitate ownership transfers,…
The guidelines and restrictions for boaters’ safety are there for a reason. Licensing your watercraft with Transport Canada Boat Registration is governed by one of these regulations. The first stage is to have a Certificate of Registration given by Transport Canada, which will officially document your possession. All the information about your boat, including its…