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…
Having your own boat can be both a curse and a blessing. There is no need to explain why we can think of it as a blessing. Being in the middle of the ocean, with significant others, feeling the soft wind on your skin, surrounded by the immensity of the blue, probably while enjoying some…
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.…
If you are considering purchasing a boat in Canada, one of the first steps you need to do is to register it with Transport Canada. Boat registration is a requirement under Canadian law. In contrast to registering a vehicle, this entails more than just filling out some form and paying the associated price. The purchase…
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…
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…
Buying a vessel for recreational or commercial purposes can be exciting. It takes time and effort to finally get the right boat that fits your purpose. It is a huge financial commitment. There are several details about importing a vessel into Canada that you need to know. They depend on the different types of vessels that are being…
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…