Have you misplaced your Canada boating license? Or maybe it was destroyed or stolen. There is no cause for alarm! Replacing your license will not be difficult if you follow these straightforward instructions. Bear in mind that the procedure might differ depending on where you live; therefore, check with the authorities in your area for…
Have you been wondering whether or not you need to have a Certificate of Registry for your Canadian vessel? Did you read that some vessels have licenses and some have registration and you aren’t sure which is right for your vessel? The truth is that, yes, some vessels need to have such a certificate. But,…
One of the great things about boats is that they come in all shapes and sizes. While fundamentally accomplishing the same goal of traversing the water, a small canoe and, say, a large commercial barge can serve very different purposes. Just as vessels can play different roles, so too can their documentation needs vary. If…
Have you tried to sit down to fill out a BC pleasure craft license only to find that you can’t focus and finish it? Does the idea of languishing in front of your desktop computer for hours on end just to fill out a pleasure craft license form fill you with revulsion? We absolutely understand.…
Owning your own boat is a privilege that most will never know. Putting yourself in a position to purchase a boat can call for years of hard work and sacrifice, as they can be cost-prohibitive. For this reason, the majority of vessel owners cherish their boats, and in turn, they do everything they can to…
Is there someone in your life that loves boats but you aren’t sure what to buy for them? Or, alternatively, are you looking for something special to make you enjoy your summer boating that much more yet aren’t sure what it is? Now is the time of year to buy gifts for someone who truly…
Many of life’s major purchases call for taking out a loan. Whether you are buying a home or a new automobile, chances are you will be financing the cost with the help of a lender. This is a fairly common practice, and for good reason–most of us simply do not have that much cash laying…
Are you in the process of buying or selling a Canadian vessel and want to make sure that all of the documentation is taken care of? Did someone bring up signing a “bill of sale” for an Alberta boat you’re interested in buying and you don’t know what all that entails? If you have your…
As a boat owner and nature enthusiast, you have a basic obligation to do what you can to protect the environment. Chances are you are familiar with how to keep your emissions at safe levels, you clean your vessel regularly, and you refrain from littering the water with trash and refuse. Sometimes, however, you can…
Transport Canada (TC) makes the rules clear about owning a pleasure craft and obtaining a pleasure craft license. A pleasure craft represents a boat that is used for recreation and does not carry passengers or commercial loads. The definition of the vessel is defined under Canada’s 2001 Shipping Act. While a passenger is someone who pays…