We at the National Vessel Registry understand how frustrating paperwork can be. We know there are other urgent matters to take care of on a day-to-day basis, even though you want to be a responsible boat owner and keep your paperwork up-to-date. Additionally, it is important that you learn how to register your pleasure craft…
Have you been trying to figure out the perfect name for your Canadian ship? Are you almost done with the registration process and are determining what’s just right for your vessel? The name of your boat is more important than you might realize for any number of reasons. It’s fun to think about and, if…
Transport Canada does so much for Canada. Most Canadians, even those whose livelihoods and lives revolve around the water, don’t realize exactly how much the department does for the country. This governmental department develops regulations and policies, as well as services beyond marine transportation, such as road, rail, and even air transportation too. With so…
It’s happened to so many of us. You come in from a great trip out on the water and everything was a success. You’ve finally come to port, and now you’re covering the vessel. As you’re putting everything in its proper place and taking off the items you brought on, you notice something: the boat…
It is not always easy to know who you can trust online. In many cases, individuals engage in commerce on the web without thinking much about it–they buy items and process business matters on a daily basis and often assume that their information is in safe hands. Still, it is not unusual for identity theft…
Introduction Owning a vessel has many benefits and is certainly a very rewarding experience. However, it is not a cheap recreational activity. Maintenance, equipment, and storage expenses, in addition to the generally large cost of owning a boat, can quickly take a toll on your bank account. While you may have factored these prices into…
Purchasing a boat can be a significant turning point in your life. However, you’ll want to make sure you comprehend all boat registration steps and obligations before you start this new seafaring phase. One of the main pieces of information you must familiarize yourself with for the forms is your vessel’s port of registry. According…
Many people today look for the opportunity to purchase a boat for personal uses. You yourself might be looking for the chance to get out on the water so that they can go fish, swim, travel to different places, or just enjoy hours or days out in the sea. If you have the means to…
The commercial ship you have purchased is going to be a vital piece of your new business. You need to make sure it not only meets the needs you have for the services you plan to provide, but you also want to be sure that you are in complete compliance with the current laws so…
You are the proud owner of a new boat and want to make sure that you have fully complied with the requirements of Transport Canada. In order to make sure that your boat is fully documented and licensed if necessary, you need to start the process by learning how to register a boat in Alberta.…