The Steps of Transport Canada Vessel Registration

Transport Canada Vessel Registration

Have you been considering getting Transport Canada vessel registration but aren’t sure if it’s right for you? Did you decide to register your vessel but want to be able to do so in the quickest, easiest way possible? If so, we can help. Here at the National Vessel Registry Center Corp., we’ve made it easier…

Form 1 Application for Registry: Where it Starts

The importance of Abstract of Title in Canadian Ship Registry

There’s nothing quite like the joy of owning your first boat. Instead of having to be a guest on someone else’s vessel or taking the wheel for a bit, you are now in control. You’re in charge, what you say goes. There’s a freedom that comes with it. That freedom is exciting but it’s also…

More than an Alberta Boat License: Safety on the Water 

how to register a boat in Alberta

Having the right Alberta boat license (or anywhere else that you might take your vessel in Canada) is important. You always want to be in compliance with any and all applicable boating documentation laws. However, boating safety is important, too. After all, while there are terrible consequences to not having the right vessel documentation, it…

Three Ways to Define Your Boat Ownership in Ontario

boat ownership in Ontario

A new vessel is an exciting venture… once you are done with the necessary paperwork, of course. Not that this has to be a lot, but it certainly is something you’ll have to focus on. First in the order of business, you will have to establish your boat ownership in Ontario. Let’s talk about the…

Buying a Boat in Canada: Taxes and Licenses

buying a boat in Canada

Before buying a boat in Canada, ask yourself what type of boat is best suited for your boating likes and interests. A powerboat may come in the form of a weekend cottage, holiday cruiser, a gathering place for dockside entertaining, or a runabout. A lot of boaters like nothing better than seeking adventure on shallow…

Do’s and Don’ts When Buying a Boat in Canada

buying a boat in Canada

While the idea of buying a boat in Canada for a water adventure is exciting, you still need to be clear about the buying process. Purchasing a boat is not just about buying a vessel and operating it. You still need to know the rules about licensing, operation, and registration. Otherwise, authorities can assess heavy…

Changing the Name of a Boat in Canada in 4 Steps

Changing the name of a boat

If you are superstitious, renaming your boat will involve more than just a couple of steps, as sea lore has always stressed that changing the name of a boat is bad luck. Besides legally changing your boat’s name, you also have to remove all remnants of the former name and hold de-naming and renaming ceremonies.…