Buying or selling a boat can be a lengthy and complicated process. If you’re thinking about upgrading to a nicer vessel, you might have several questions regarding the process of selling your current boat. In this event, you will want to know how to write a bill of sale for a boat in Canada. By…
If you want to honor someone who is special to you, do not want to have your license number displayed for aesthetic reasons, or just need to have your boat registered for any other cause, then this article is for you: we will explain how to include your vessel in the boat name registry, giving…
In the event of a transmission of ownership for a registered vessel, in instances of death, bankruptcy, or other lawful means, Transport Canada does require that they be notified with official documentation. Using what is called a Form 8 -Declaration of Transmission, which is a form that clearly delineates a change in vessel ownership, you…
The great thing about boating is that it is an activity that can be enjoyed by all. Taking your friends and family for a day out on the water can be a relaxing and fun event that gives you a rewarding sense of freedom. With that freedom, however, does come significant responsibility. Understanding the rules…
If you have spent any time around sailors or other seafaring individuals, you may be familiar with the superstitions that surround changing the name of a boat. It is said that it is bad luck to switch out the moniker on a vessel, and as such, doing so should be avoided at all costs. Of…
Your vessel is an expensive investment. For that reason, it is vital that you protect it against theft and other external factors. Because your boat can be easily stolen, it is a good idea to apply for vessel registration in Canada. Having your boat registered will help government agencies to identify your boat in case of an…
Buying a boat can be a significant investment, so it’s not unusual for buyers to seek out financing in the form of a mortgage. You should note that in Canada, only vessels that are registered with the Canadian Registry of Vessels are eligible for a Form 7 – Mortgage. You also must notify Transport Canada…
For boaters, there are not many destinations in the world better than Ontario, Canada. In fact, this Canadian province is home to more than one-fifth of the entire world’s water supply. With that in mind, it is no surprise that Ontario is home to ample amounts of freshwater lakes for boaters and outdoors enthusiasts to…
Have you recently purchased a boat that you’re interested in registering with Transport Canada? If you’re looking to apply to the Small Vessel Register, you’ll need to include a Form 3 – Statement of Qualification for Vessel Registration with your application. Once you’ve completed this relatively simple 2-page form, you can easily apply for your…
One of the great aspects of boating is that vessels can come in all types of sizes, and serve an array of different purposes. In most cases, however, all vessels will require some sort of licensing or registration with the proper Canadian authorities. Even boats used for government purposes will need to go through a…