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…
Transport Canada issues the Canadian Registry Certificate. All registered vessels will have this certificate. This kind of document contains all the details of the vessel, like the ownership, vessel characteristics, tonnage, construction, type, and material, among others. There are some fees involved in obtaining it. However, the registration offers significant benefits. These would include having a…
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…
Foreign registry for a Canadian vessel is necessary so that the ship can navigate in any water. The International law requires that all merchant ships must be registered. It’s documentation and authorization for any ship to operate. With it, the ship becomes a legal entity. Registration is a process known to document a vessel to…
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…
It is a wonderful feeling when you buy your first luxury boat, yacht, or other pleasure craft. Whether you buy the vessel brand new or get one that is previously owned from a dealer, broker or previous owner does not matter you still get the thrill of having a boat of your own and taking…
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…
When you own and operate a large commercial vessel, you take on a great deal of responsibility. You need to make sure your crew and anyone else aboard the ship is safe and taken care of. You also need to make sure everything about your ship is up to current regulations. In Canada, the regulations…
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…
“Bareboat charters in Canada” can sound odd when a person first hears it, like someone is chartering a completely empty boat so they can drift off into the ocean. It’s actually a great way for owners to get more out of their boats. Purchasing a boat is quite an investment, both in terms of money…