The first thing you must know about boat registration BC is its requirement. No matter what kind of watercraft you have, if you live in British Columbia and own a vessel you intend to use on the province’s waterways, you are legally compelled to have that vessel registered. Even if they don’t own a boat,…
When you own a boat in Canada, whether you have purchased it brand new from a dealership or bought one on the secondary market from a broker or private seller, there are regulations that you need to follow so that you can legally put the boat in the water. There are regulations set forth by…
If you are a boat owner in Canada and are unsure whether you are required to register your vessel with Transport Canada, keep reading. If so, you’re not alone. Despite the fact that some individuals may believe they aren’t required, Boat registration numbers offer crucial information to authorities in case of an emergency. There is…
You have finalized your purchase of that wonderful pleasure boat you have had your eye on for so long. And now you cannot wait to take the opportunity to get your boat in the water and enjoy your time out there. Whether you have purchased your boat new or from a previous owner, you may…
Now that you have gone ahead and purchased the boat you wanted, you need to think about if you are going to license or register your boat with Transport Canada. Regulations require that you at least license your boat, but boats over a certain size have the option of paying and becoming part of the…
There’s a good chance that spending the day on the water will be enjoyable for people of all ages. Boats are great because they can be any size or shape you need. Although both small canoes and large commercial barges are used to get from one place to another on the water, their real purposes…
Maybe you are the owner of a boat and are looking to sell your vessel. Or you may be a buyer purchasing a vessel from a private owner or on the secondary market. Either way, there are steps that you need to take so you can complete the transaction legally and register the vessel properly.…
When you purchase a pleasure vessel in Canada, you get the option of either licensing your craft with Transport Canada or seeking a registration certificate. You must choose one or the other, and while there is no cost for licensing your craft, registration does carry a fee. However, if you are carrying a marine mortgage…
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…
Buying a new boat for pleasure or commercial purposes can be wonderful for you. But there is a legal process that you need to follow. That way, you make sure that your boat is properly registered and legally allowed in the water. Filing the proper paperwork with Transport Canada is very important, but it is…