As great as it is to become the owner of a yacht or other pleasure craft, or even a commercial vessel so you can run a business, you must know that there are responsibilities and paperwork that go along with ownership. Regulations abound that you must follow to make sure your vessel is safe for…
If you are new to the world of vessel registry, then you may not have heard the term “bareboat charters in Canada.” This phase is used to describe vessels that are being used as a commercial investment. Even if you are simply buying a pleasure cruiser, then it may be worth investing money into charters…
If you want to buy a used pleasure craft in Canada you might be wondering how you go about transferring the license? You first must keep in mind that a license is not the same as a pleasure craft operator card (which is more commonly referred to as a “boating license).” A boating license is…
Has it been a longtime dream of yours to own your very own boat? Have you finally decided that now is the time to turn your fantasy of boat ownership into a reality? If so, this can be a profoundly exciting time in your life. Of course, the road to getting out on the water…
When you first buy your vessel, you will have set in motion the wheels of applying for a certificate of registry with the Canadian Coast Guard. The process of receiving this certification can be very drawn-out, and it is important that you take the time to make sure that your boat is correctly registered in…
Registering a boat isn’t a difficult process but should be handled with care and attention to detail. We know the joys of the open water but there are definitive legal steps to take before you can be out there enjoying the breeze and blue seas. Registration serves the same purposes as registering a vehicle. It…
If you have recently changed your name and own a boat, you must contact Transport Canada to amend the information that is in your boat registration. When doing so, there are a few factors that you will need to take into consideration, such as what kind of identification paperwork is required to verify your identity.…
Registering your vessel to travel through Canadian waters is essential, regardless of whether you intend to use it as a pleasure vessel or as a commercial ship. Most people who purchase yachts and boats in Canada will need this documentation when they are travelling in international waters, or moving the boat from its original port…
Moving through customs situations can be stressful if you’ve never experienced it before. It can be even more so if you’re on a boat and are uncertain of the processes. That’s true no matter what customs must be cleared whenever you’re crossing a Canadian/ US border. In fact, until you have made you way through…
If you are the owner of a pleasure vessel, whether it is large or small, you may find that registering your boat with Transport Canada is something that is beneficial to you. Having your boat as part of the national registry can assist you when you are traveling on your boat and can be an…