Knowing how to import a boat from USA into Canada starts with deciding how the boat will be authorized for operation once it arrives. Any boat that will be used primarily in Canada must either be issued a new pleasure craft licence or be entered into the Canadian registration system, and it cannot remain licensed…
The rules to registering and licencing your boat are not always straightforward, and the consequences of misunderstanding them can be serious. At the National Vessel Registry Center Corp., we provide an online resource that simplifies the entire process of Canadian boat registration, ensuring that you remain compliant with national regulations. Who Must Register Their Boat…
Canada’s waterways are some of the busiest and most diverse in the world, and Transport Canada regulates how boats are documented for safety, ownership, and international recognition. If you are a boat owner or planning to become one, you’ve likely heard of the Transport Canada Registry. This is the official database where qualifying boats are…
Owning a boat is more than a leisure choice; it’s a commitment that comes with important administrative responsibilities. A key element of this is understanding your port of registration—the official location tied to your boat’s registration with Transport Canada. This isn’t just a bureaucratic step; it’s a crucial part of ensuring your boat complies with…
If you are intending to purchase a vessel, either for recreational or commercial purposes, you have to take important steps. These stages will ensure that the boat becomes legally yours. The vessel needs to be properly registered. This can be done with the state where you live in or with the Canadian Vessel Documentation Center.…
When you are shopping for a pleasure vessel or yacht for yourself in Canada, you may find that there are better options and prices available. Specially, if you buy your boat somewhere in the United States. Whether you buy the vessel new or on the secondary market, you can save some money on the transaction.…
You finally found the perfect pleasure boat, and it meets all your expectations and needs. You cannot wait to get it for yourself, but the one issue you have is that the boat is in the United States and you are in Canada. Since this is the first time you are purchasing a large vessel…
Owning and operating a commercial vessel is challenging and hard work. No matter what type of business you may run with your vessel, you need to make sure your boat is always safe and capable of performing the tasks in front of you. Beyond that, you also need to make sure your boat is registered…
When you are first shopping for a large pleasure boat or yacht for yourself, it is likely that you will look at boats for sale from brokers or previous owners. A used vessel can be much cheaper than buying a brand new one will be, and it will still provide you with everything you want…
According to Canadian law, if you own a commercial vessel you need to register it with Transport Canada. The laws for pleasure vessels differ slightly, and while you must license your vessel, registration is not a mandatory process you must go through. There are some benefits to registration that may make it appeal to you,…