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Canadian Vessel Documentation

Registering a Boat in Canada Has Never Been Easier

registering a boat in Canada

Just like you need to register your vehicle before driving it, registering a boat in Canada will be very important if you intend to set sail legally and with your permits in order.  Who Can Register a Vessel in Canada? First of all, we need to go over who can legally register a boat under…

Canada Vessel Registry

By: National Vessel Registry Staff | July 12, 2023

in Canadian Vessel Documentation  

Learn How to Properly Display Your Hull Identification Number in Canada

Identification Number in Canada

Getting your vessel registration in order (or your pleasure craft license in the case of recreational vessels) at the time of purchase is a very important step in cementing your ownership. As part of that process, you will be receiving a number that will serve as your boat hull identification number in Canada going forward.…

Canada Vessel Registry

By: National Vessel Registry Staff | July 12, 2023

in Canadian Vessel Documentation  

Changing the Name of a Boat in Canada Process

changing the name of a boat

The name of your boat is not only the term by which you might refer to it among your family, friends, or colleagues. It is the name under which the vessel itself will be registered with the relevant government agencies. That is why, if you are planning on changing the name of a boat then…

Canada Vessel Registry

By: National Vessel Registry Staff | July 12, 2023

in Canadian Vessel Documentation  

What Does a Transfer of Canadian Registration Entail?

Transfer of Canadian Registration

The registration of a vessel isn’t exactly tied to the owner, but rather to the boat itself. It is, after all, its documentation with Transport Canada. This means that, should the owner change, the registration will have to stay with the vessel. Hence, this is what the process for a transfer of Canadian registration will…

Canada Vessel Registry

By: National Vessel Registry Staff | July 12, 2023

in Canadian Vessel Documentation  

If You Need a Vessel Replacement Certificate, Find It Here

Vessel Replacement Certificate

Keeping your boat’s documentation forms in good order is a necessary task. This allows you to ensure that your registrations and licenses are all current, and in turn, that your boat is operating in accordance with Canadian law. Sometimes, however, things can get misplaced. Even for the most organized boaters, a document can go missing…

Canada Vessel Registry

By: National Vessel Registry Staff | July 10, 2023

in Canadian Vessel Documentation  

Easily Transfer a Boat Ownership Using Our Site

Transfer Boat Ownership

Owning a boat is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, whether you’re fishing, boating, or even cruising around the lake. But owning a boat comes with its own set of challenges. For starters, one challenge is finding a good deal on a boat. Privately selling and buying a boat can be challenging, especially if…

Canada Vessel Registry

By: National Vessel Registry Staff | July 10, 2023

in Canadian Vessel Documentation  

Pleasure Craft Licensing and Vessel Registration in Ontario

Vessel Registration Ontario

Owning your own boat gives you a true sense of freedom. Being able to get out on the water whenever you want is a truly unique privilege. If you are thinking about ideal destinations for your boating excursions, you could do much worse than Ontario. This Canadian province is home to more than 250,000 lakes,…

Canada Vessel Registry

By: National Vessel Registry Staff | July 10, 2023

in Canadian Vessel Documentation  

Changing The Name Of Your Boat In Canada For Beginners

Changing The Name of Your Boat

You may want to change the name of your Canadian vessel for a variety of good reasons. Maybe the name the previous owner gave the boat when you bought it does not reflect your interests. Maybe you gave your boat a name, but things have changed, and now you want to give it a new…

Canada Vessel Registry

By: National Vessel Registry Staff | July 10, 2023

in Canadian Vessel Documentation  

Vessel Query in Canada to Find the Info You Need

Vessel Query

Are you thinking about buying a boat? If so, this is undoubtedly an exciting time for you and your family. You have probably budgeted and saved for this occasion, as boats can be prohibitively expensive. Fortunately, there are a number of deals to be had on used boats, which can be a smart maneuver for…

Canada Vessel Registry

By: National Vessel Registry Staff | July 10, 2023

in Canadian Vessel Documentation  

Vessel Canada Safety Tips for Summer

Canada vessel

As we enter the throes of summer, you are undoubtedly ready to get your boat out on the water. With the sun shining overhead, and the wind on your face, these months are the prime season for Canadian boaters. Before you take your Canada vessel out on the lake or river, though, you will want…

Canada Vessel Registry

By: National Vessel Registry Staff | July 10, 2023

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Large Vessel Registry Forms

  • Application for Change of Address
  • Transcripts
  • First-Time Registration
  • Transfer of Ownership
  • Change of Vessel Name and/or Transfer of Port of Registry
  • Replacement Certificate
  • Alterations
  • Deletion
  • Mortgage
  • Discharge of Mortgage
  • Provisional Certificate
  • Transmission on Death/Bankruptcy
  • Historical Research
  • Bare-Boat Chartered Vessels
  • Registration of a Government Vessel

Pleasure Craft Licencing Forms

  • New Pleasure Craft Licence
  • Transfer of Pleasure Craft Licence
  • Duplicate of Pleasure Craft Licence
  • Update Pleasure Craft Licence
  • Renew Pleasure Craft Licence

Small Commercial Vessel Registry Forms

  • Small Vessel First Time Registration
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  • Small Vessel Renewal
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Appendix 1

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