If you’re in the market for a boat, you might be thinking about buying a used licensed pleasure craft. But what should you check to see if the boat is a good buy for you? Here are a few things to watch out for, but if in doubt, call in a professional. If you do…
Once you have made the plunge and bought a new boat like a yacht or other pleasure vessel for yourself, you want to decide what to do regarding licensing or registration. In Canada, all pleasure craft that has a motor over ten horsepower must have a license, but you can opt to get registration instead…
Working with shipping can be one way to make a fortune, and is also something that is more complicated now than in the days of the big shipping tycoons. If you want to start a business that involves using a boat in Canadian waters, then you will have to comply with the regulations, including registration…
When it comes to boating, there are not many better destinations in the world than Canada. Nestled at the top of North America, this humble, northern nation is home to hundreds of thousands of lakes–about one-fifth of the world’s freshwater supply–countless rivers, and nearly endless miles of coastline. As many of these waterways are pristine…
Boating and fishing are huge parts of life in Canada, especially in British Columbia. Regardless of your preferred type of sea activity, the water in British Columbia, from Okanagan Lake to the Gulf Islands, is clear and inviting, perfect for spending the day on a boat or sailboat. The lakes, rivers, and fjords of British…
The boat you have always wanted is finally within your reach. You have saved for years, shopped around with different brokers and on the secondary market, and you finally came across the one you want. It fits all your needs regarding size, engine and condition and the price is right where you need it to…
Foreign registry for a Canadian vessel is necessary so that the ship can navigate in any water. The International law requires that all merchant ships must be registered. It’s documentation and authorization for any ship to operate. With it, the ship becomes a legal entity. Registration is a process known to document a vessel to…
Through the years, boating has developed into a popular pastime in Canada. We here at the National Vessel Registry Center believe that having fun on a boat shouldn’t be a difficult activity. Your only concern should be getting your equipment and friends ready; you don’t want to waste time and energy on paperwork. It makes…
How to import a vessel into Canada? The easiest way is just to hire a broker and allow him to process everything for you. However, you can do the processing yourself. When you process it by yourself, make sure to keep all documents organized. In this way, you can easily present the paperwork during a border crossing.…
Owning a boat can create fantastic opportunities for you. If you own a commercial vessel, you get the chance to enjoy a business where you are out on the water and doing what you love each day. As a recreational vessel owner, the opportunity to take to the seas and go out for relaxing times…