If you own a recreational vessel, then you’re probably aware that you will always need to have your boating license in order. This doesn’t just mean that you’ll need to have it be valid at all times, but you will also need to keep it on you while operating the vessel itself. Let’s take a…
You are probably well aware of the importance of having the Transport Canada registration of your vessel in order. However, how about consulting the registration and its associated information? Let’s take a closer look at the vessel registration query system. Vessel Registration Query System There are two ways to consult the Canadian register of vessels…
It is all yours now. You just put the finishing touches on the deal for that boat you have wanted, and now it is just a matter of getting possession of the ship. You may have the vessel transported to you, depending on the arrangements you made in your deal, or you may have to…
One of the most common questions we receive from our users is whether or not they need to get a vessel licence in Canada. Now, those not in the know might think that it’s just like with cars: everyone needs a licence. However, that’s not the case at all. Unlike a car, a vessel needs…
Buying a boat is similar to a home purchase in terms of financial requirements. Pleasure boats come at a handsome price and one may have to source for lender financing to fund the purchase of their dreamboat. If a new boat is out of reach, you can try out the used boat market for good…
The ownership of a vessel always needs to be backed by its official documentation. Now, this means that should any changes in the ownership occur, you will need to submit the corresponding form to Transport Canada to make it official. When these changes pertain to switching, adding, or removing owners from the registration, you will…
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, online transactions are the new normal. These may be safe and convenient for health reasons but are equally risky financially due to the inherent fraud factor. Carry out due diligence when buying a boat in Canada to avoid falling victim to fraudsters. Buy what you see and verify…
Perhaps the time has come for you to purchase a new boat, or perhaps you want to learn more about the required paperwork before making a purchase. In either case, you must be sure that certain requirements are met, such as having the boat’s official number and obtaining a license, as the next steps following…
Canada’s federal government or the National Vessel Registry Center provides boat registration as a public service. Each province and territory in Canada has its own boat registration rules in addition to those of the Canadian Transport Agency and the National Vessel Registry Center. Many tools for registering a boat may be found on the Transport…
If you recently acquired a new vessel, you are probably aching to put it to work. However, you will first need to register it. Now, registering a boat in Alberta is not as tedious as it might sound, but it will require you to fill out a form or two depending on your specific situation.…