Are you getting ready to make a move to buy your first boat? Having a fun recreational vessel that you can take out and enjoy whenever you want is something special. Spending your free time on the countless lakes, rivers, and waterways in Canada will give you a sense of accomplishment, as well as the…
Boating is one of the great recreations that exist today. Millions of people around the world love taking a ship out on the lakes, rivers, and oceans for an hour or two, or for days or weeks at a time so they can see things that might typically never get the opportunity to look at.…
Do you have questions regarding whether you should register your Canadian vessel or obtain a pleasure craft license? The truth is, it should be one of your main priorities after you purchase a boat and are planning on sailing in Canadian waters. Failure to have proper documentation may result in Transport Canada applying harsh fines…
Keeping your boat safe is important. In Canada, you’ll need a Canadian vessel registration to get it insured or register it with the local authorities. If you need to buy, sell, or transfer ownership of your boat, you will also need a Canadian Boat Registration document and an official number for your boat. These documents…
If you have just purchased a boat from a previous owner, it is only natural that you want to do all you can to make your new vessel yours in every way. You want to put your mark on the boat, decorating the interior the way you want it to look and outfitting it with…
Deciding that now is the right time for you to sell your boat or turn ownership over to a family member may not always be an easy choice. Still, there are definitely a few good reasons for you to do so. Whether you are looking to buy a new boat or you just think the…
Those who work on the seas can be known for their superstitions. In some seafaring circles, it is considered bad luck to go about changing the name of a boat. Fortunately, for boat owners, such an omen is not exactly backed by science. There are many legitimate reasons you may wish to revisit the name…
In today’s digital world, your address is more than just the place you call home. It’s also an important piece of personal information that needs to be updated regularly so you can access services, receive packages and stay in touch with friends. Now that rents and mortgages are constantly changing and people are looking to…
If you’ve dealt with Transport Canada is was probably to do something like register your vessel or file some sort of paperwork. Transport Canada is in charge or what goes on in Canadian waterways. They are responsible for keeping track of the thousands of vessels that are on the water on a daily basis. They…
One of the unique things about boating is the variety it offers. Vessels can come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, so you will have no trouble finding a make and model that is tailored to your needs. Maybe you are looking to start small with a fishing boat or canoe? Perhaps your ambitions…