Regulation on maritime activities all along Canada is important to look after so as to improve safety and security. Transport Canada is the superior authority in the territory that keeps track of all the vessels registered within Canada as well as the information of their owners and the current status of their documentation. There are…
Owning a boat is a very exciting matter. It represents, after all, a sort of freedom in terms of traversing the many oceans, lakes, rivers, and seas that are part of the Canadian waters. However, before you are able to enjoy these freedoms, it’s always a good idea to be sure you are operating in…
Are you new to boating and want to make sure that you’re doing as much of it right as possible? Do you see discourteous or even rude and dangerous activity on the water and want to make sure that no one sees you that way? The truth is that boat safety is everyone’s responsibility, no…
A pleasure craft transfer of license takes place whenever you buy or sell a boat. To meet the transfer and application requirements, you need to know the steps involved. The following information will give you the details you need to seamlessly handle the transaction. This type of transaction will not cost you anything although it…
If you intend to buy a used boat, you need to have the Transport Canada Pleasure Craft License transferred to your name. There are some documents you need to submit in this process: Form 84-0172E, Application for Pleasure Craft Licence (completed) Vessel’s proof of ownership a signed photocopy of a government-issued ID Keep in mind…
Are you an American citizen hoping to register a vessel with the Canadian government? Do you have a Canadian vessel and are wondering whether to get it registered or to get a pleasure craft license? These are not small questions. These questions have always been important, but, in recent days in regards to the pandemic, borders,…
As a vessel owner, you know that every change needs to be notified in order to navigate both Canadian and international waters safely. Reporting a Transport Canada change of address is not necessarily difficult but there are a few details to keep in mind: Your vessel’s name Official number Port of registry Name of the…
Are you worried that you may need a provisional Certificate of Registry for your Canadian vessel? Does it seem like your vessel needs some kind of registration but you aren’t sure what? Over the years, we’ve helped so many to register their vessels with the powers that be. At our site, we offer rush processing…
When you sit down to complete your Canadian vessel registration, does it seem like it’s more difficult to do than it should be? Have you been unsure whether your vessel should be registered, licensed, on the Small Vessel Register, with a Certificate of Registry, a Provisional Certificate, or anything else? Here at the National Vessel…
Have you recently purchased a vessel and want to make sure that you have all of the documentation you need to be taken care of? Or, alternatively, did you sell your vessel to someone and want the peace of mind that comes from knowing you did it right? We can help. Our site has been…