National Vessel Registry

As of this writing, it’s winter in North America. That means cold winds, snow and sleet everywhere, but perhaps particularly in Canada. It’s not a time that most people are focused on their boats. However, this is the perfect time to register your vessel with the Canadian Vessel Registry. That way, when the weather becomes…

When you are looking to purchase a boat, either a brand new one or one that is used from a private owner or broker, you may find that you need to expand your search outside of your immediate area so that you can find what you want at the best price for you. When you…

  The concept of boat sharing is not a new thing. It works like Airbnb. There are many boat rental companies they make it easy for people to rent or even buy boats, or just to help you enjoy a boating experience. It works on the principle of peer-to-peer sharing. People are simply offering up…

  The concept of join in tours is built around affordability. There are a lot of people who would love to get a taste of the boating experience but cannot afford private charters. Take note that this is different from boat sharing. Boat sharing is a peer-to-peer boat sharing agreement between the boat owner and…

There are always concerns regarding marine safety and the treatment of the marine environment to make sure the waterways stay in the best condition possible. Any boat owner needs to take their responsibilities seriously as an owner to make sure their vessel meets all safety standards and regulations and that every person on their boat,…

So, you’ve been dreaming about buying a boat for ages. You’ve scrimped and saved, checked out the latest models and nearby marinas. But then someone rains on your parade and tells you that buying a Canadian vessel is a bad investment. This is not necessarily the case, but before shelling out all your hard-earned cash, read…

Buying a boat is a good thing. You have this special feeling about it. You might even feel invincible. This is because you are now able to take to the oceans over the weekend, go fishing, or even throw a party in the middle of the ocean. Well, just like a car needs a good…

Purchasing a large recreational vessel like a yacht is certainly a big expense for you, but the joy and pleasure you will get from the time you, your family, and your friends get to spend out on the water. There are always expenses that you will need to consider that go along with purchase, and…

Even if you feel you have made all the preparations you need to make for your next deep sea adventure, consider this: as prepared as you’ll ever be, your boat is just a tiny dot on a massive ocean subject to powerful tides. These tides are so powerful that you could get taken far out into…