There are many reasons for which you might end up having to update your Transport Canada vessel registration. You might need to make sure your address is up to date, or you might need to add an owner to the official registry. Whatever it is, we can help you with it. Changing the Vessel Name…
Boat registration in Canada is fairly simple, but the ensuing processes and applications can quickly make it seem very complicated. For example, many people think it’s necessary to have a registered pleasure craft in order to operate it. This is partially correct, but there is actually a bit of a difference. Do You Need a…
The whole point of registering your vessels with Transport Canada is to get the corresponding documentation in order in accordance with the Canada Shipping Act. This will grant you your claim over your vessel without issue going forward just as long, of course, as you keep a physical copy on you. This is why a…
At first glance, the “Small Vessel Registry” may sound odd. It almost seems like something out of a kid’s movie. Like, the Registry for Small Vessels where all of the tiny boats go. In reality, this registry is for certain vessels in Canada. Not all vessels have to get this kind of registration, in fact,…
When it comes to keeping boating registration and licenses in order, it’s fairly easy to get lost in terms of what you’ve already done, what the previous owner did, and what else you need to keep track of. There are, of course, mechanisms in place when it comes to helping you deal with all that.…
If you are a vessel owner or even a prospective one, then you are at least tangentially familiar with the Transport Canada ship registry. This database aims to keep track of all commercial vessels operating in Canadian waters. Not only does this help the corresponding agencies enforce important regulations and guidelines, but it also helps…
A vessel’s name is important. Often, it’s very important to the vessel owner. Sure, there are owners who just name their vessel the first thing that comes to mind or something they heard that name, but usually it’s something that a person has thought about for a long time. The name can have a deep,…
Buying a boat from a foreign vendor will involve importing a vessel into Canada, which is far from a complicated process. Well, at least it shouldn’t be one if you keep in mind every step of the process. Let’s take a look at everything you should pay attention to as part of this process. Importing…
So, you’re looking into buying a boat in Canada. This is obviously very exciting, and you probably can’t wait to be out there sailing in your soon-to-be new vessel. However, before you get to do that, you will have to consider a few things. Buying a Boat in Canada If only buying a boat was…
A pleasure craft licence can be the best kind of licence. Basically, it’s a licence to have fun. You can take your friends or family out for a day or night on Canada’s wonderful waters. You can lie out in the sun and then gaze up at the stars. Go for a swim, go skiing,…