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…
Owning a boat especially a big one, like a yacht not only requires a large investment up-front, but there are substantial maintenance fees involved as well. Sometimes, as a boat owner, bareboat chartering your vessel can make a lot of sense. Think of it like renting out your car you can command a fee from…
Canada has many beautiful waterways that are perfect for boaters seeking a wilderness adventure. There are plenty of reasons to see the Great White North from the water, regardless of whether or not you live in Canada. Even a small glimpse of its natural splendor is something to be treasured. Furthermore, Canadians extend a warm…
There are many different reasons for which you may decide to name a boat, and they can be personal. Maybe you want to name it after someone you love. Perhaps you want to honor someone who was in your life and is no longer part of it. Perchance you need to keep the name professional,…
If you happen to be an owner of a boat that is going to be used for official Canadian government purposes, there are some things that you should know. For one, it is mandatory that your vessel be registered with Transport Canada. This means that you will need to file an official Application for Registration…
Home to over 20% of the entire world’s water supply, there are not many destinations for boaters in the world like Ontario. Whether you are navigating for fun, sailing for a living, fishing for the sake of it or catching fish to sell them later, you will have to have your own boat. And if…
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…
If you’re purchasing, or by another means acquiring a vessel that’s been registered with the Canadian government, you should know that the registration can be easily transferred. In the event that ownership is being transferred, you can file a Transfer of Canadian Registration and ensure that all of your documentation is in place. Here are…
If you’ve recently purchased a boat, or you’re planning on doing so in the near future, you have many things to consider. Firstly, you want to determine what type of vessel is best for your needs. Secondly, if you’re planning on using it for commercial purposes, you’ll want to have all of the correct documentation…
Have you recently purchased your own boat? If so, you are likely eager to get out on the water and begin making memories with your friends and family. As you start making plans, packing your supplies, and hitching your boat to your trailer, it may be helpful to make sure that your paperwork is all…