The Canadian Bareboat Charter Basics One of the main goals of bareboat charters in Canada is to maximize the vessel’s earning potential so that both the owner and the charterer can profit. In its most basic form, a bareboat charter occurs when the owner rents his or her vessel to the charterer for a specific…
Are you considering purchasing your very own boat? Perhaps you are making good on a dream you have had since childhood, finally taking to the waters in your very own vessel? If you have found yourself in such a fortunate position, you have probably begun to scour print and web listings for boats that are…
In Canada, boats must be properly registered and licensed with Transport Canada, the government department in charge of the country’s transportation. You are not authorized to have your boat on the water without a valid license, and if you are caught on an illegal vessel, you will face fines and penalties. Hence the importance of…
A boat tour business will be deemed a commercial operation under the Canada Shipping Act, 2001 and therefore subject to different rules, unlike the transport Canada pleasure craft licence, which is quite easy to obtain. Any waterborne enterprise opened for the express purpose of making profit comes under the banner of commercial. The certification and…
“Licence to boat.” Just reading the phrase can be enough to send your imagination aflame. Being able to go out on your own, on your vessel, legally and how you want: it’s a powerful, intoxicating kind of freedom. However, to get to that freedom, you have to go through so much. You have to find…
If you are looking for advice about operating a vessel in Alberta, you need to understand all of the Alberta boating regulations. There are some basic rules and requirements that come with running a boat in these waters, the majority of which also apply to the whole of Canada, and by learning these regulations early…
Introduction Buying a boat is an exciting experience, and selling one can be too. When you sell your boat to someone else, though, it’s important that the process is legal, simple, and transparent for both parties. There are many reasons for this—including avoiding identity theft or other scams and ensuring that your buyer has the…
One of the great things about boating is that it can be a lifelong pastime. Individuals of all ages can enjoy taking their friends, family, and loved ones out on Canada’s bountiful waterways. As your life’s circumstances evolve, however, so too may your boating needs. Maybe you have had more children, and require a larger…
Every government in the world has an agency in charge of overseeing the country’s transportation rules and regulations. Today, more than ever, these departments bear a significant deal of responsibility. Especially in light of current global conditions like health-related events and the ever-increasing mobility options available. Every day, additional cars and vessels are added to…
Canadian vessel documentation can be complicated. Often, we have vessel owners call us and say something like: “I need to get my registration renewed.” It’s only after talking to them for a bit do we realize that when they say “registration,” they actually mean “licence.” Yes, they are two separate, wholly different things. Luckily, at…