If you own a vessel that you use either recreationally or to live in, you will need to have a pleasure craft license. The process to either get one or modify it is not complicated, but it will always call for you to fill out some forms. Let’s go over what that entails. What is…
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…
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.…
Like with any bureaucratic process, getting your boat registration in Nova Scotia in order will take a lot of forms, paperwork, and application fees. If you are struggling with some component of the process, we’ve outlined the answers to some common questions. Boat Registration in Nova Scotia The moment you receive ownership over a vessel,…
When it comes to registering your vessel, you want to get it done. You don’t want the process to drag on, you want to get what you need promptly. We understand that. Indeed, that’s a major part of why we built the National Vessel Registry Center Corp. This site is for those who want to…
Your boat registration is the legal proof of your ownership and permission to use a specific vessel, which is why it’s so important that any changes in ownership are always reflected on the official registration. This is what the transfer of Canadian registration form will be for. This will come in handy in a variety…
Becoming a first-time boat owner is thrilling. All the dreams you have had in the past about what you would do if you had a pleasure craft and where you might go now become real for you. You cannot wait until the deal is finalized, and you can set sail for that first time. Before…
Canadian yacht enthusiasts have a habit of buying vessels out of the country. This is because they’re either interested in US-made or other foreign boats, or are simply looking for a better price. While you might be getting what you want, do you know about the entire process of purchasing vessels from the US and other…
Figuring out how to register a boat in Canada might seem complicated, but it can actually be made quite simple for you if you follow the right steps under the right guidance. Let’s go over how easy this process can be. How to Register a Boat in Canada? Registering a boat is, as most things, often…
So, why do you have to register a boat in Canada? What’s the point of the process? Registering a vessel is a very important part of the process of new ownership. In fact, it’s mandatory. If you are a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident, or a corporation incorporated under the laws of Canada, then you…