Buying a boat is a considerable investment. If you are preparing to make this financial leap, you have probably done a fair amount of research. You have gotten to know the different types of pleasure craft available to Canadian boaters. You have scoured online and print listings, looking for the perfect brand new or previously…
Reasons for Using Our Application for Pleasure Craft Licence
Introduction A pleasure craft licence provides a unique identification number (commonly referred to as the “licence number”) that must be displayed on all recreational vessels. Getting a pleasure craft licence in Canada is one of the main steps towards owning a boat in Canada. If you want to create a new one or renew your…
Do You Need a Pleasure Craft License? How Do You Get It?
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…
Where Should a Pleasure Craft Licence Be Displayed?
It’s doubtful that you’ve given a lot of thought about the display of your license for your pleasure craft. After all, you probably have not asked, “Where should a pleasure craft licence be displayed.?” While you need to add the number for identification purposes, you probably have overlooked or delayed this task. After all, it’s …
Do You Need a Vessel License to Drive a Boat in Canada?
Has it always been a dream of yours to own your own boat? If so, you can hardly be blamed. Having the freedom to venture out on the water with your friends and family whenever you would like to is a great asset to your leisure time. Canada is home to a great bounty of…
How Does Transport Canada Help Vessel Owners?
Canadian waters have a lot to offer boaters of all stripes. With our bountiful inland freshwater lakes and expansive coastlines, all types of vessels dot Canadian waterways. With so many boats on the water, it is imperative that regulatory agencies put safety measures and laws in place to protect boaters and the environment. It is…
Online, SSL Secured Application for Pleasure Craft Licence
Have you ever tried to get a pleasure craft licence before? Did you find the forms difficult to complete or confusing? You’re not alone! In this article, we break down why our online secured application for a pleasure craft licence is so much easier for boaters. We understand that paperwork can be a headache. While…
What is the Vessel Query System, Why Use It?
In today’s world we have all the information we need in our pockets, we can easily search the weather, buy equipment for our vessel and look up information that could be essential to our boat. Understanding the usefulness of the Vessel Query System can be another reason to quickly check your phone to double check…
The Difference Between a Pleasure Craft License and an Operator Card
When you own a pleasure craft, things may get confusing, if you don’t make some distinctions. For example, a pleasure craft license, also called a PCL, is not the same as an operator card. Both documents are required for different reasons. The following information will assist you in making these distinctions. What is a Pleasure…
How to Transfer a Boat Ownership in Canada
Purchasing a boat can be a major investment. While the recreational possibilities are nearly endless when you own your own boat, such a vessel can come at a sizable cost. Beyond the price tag of the boat itself, you also need to consider docking fees and other maintenance costs. With such a high cost of…