A responsible boat owner will always put the safety of their passengers first. You want to make sure that you have an adequate supply of life jackets, follow appropriate dockside protocols, and obey all the laws of operation while you’re out on Canadian waters. Chances are, you’re aware of these simple best practices for marine…
There’s nothing illegal about bringing your dogs when you go out boating with your family and friends. In fact, dogs can add fun to your activities. It’s especially true if they feel comfortable while on the water. But ensure that you’re taking the same precaution as you would with your human friends. In this post,…
For commercial vessels, the amount of cargo space you have is important to you for several reasons. The space helps to determine what your carrying capacity is so that you know your capabilities for transport, but it will also play an important role for you when it comes to registering your vessel with the government.…
Just as laws govern Canada’s roadways to protect motorists, so too do regulations exist on lakes and other waterways. The Canada Shipping Act (CSA) of 2001 is one such set of laws that applies to boat owners across the country. Read on to learn more about what these laws do and how they can specifically…
Boating on the open water, in many ways, shares some commonalities with driving on the open road. There is a degree of freedom that comes from cruising out on the waves or the highway, your friends and loved ones by your side, going wherever the journey may take you. But just like driving is a…
It is important that you follow all the laws set forth by Transport Canada so that you can legally operate your ship in the Canadian waters. While there are differences in requirements depending on if you have a pleasure craft or commercial vessel, there are strict regulations you must follow if you are a government…
Few things are as complicated as legislative texts, which is why when people want to learn about the Canada Shipping Act by reading through it, they end up more confused than before. We want to make it easier for you, so let’s talk about it. Canada Shipping Act of 2001 The Canada Shipping Act was…
Shopping for presents for people that love the outdoors is never an easy thing, but when the person you need a gift for is a boater, things can get even more challenging for you. Those that love sports like fishing, camping, or hunting at least give you the opportunity to go to your local sporting…
Before you get set to submit the information for vessel registration to your boat in Canada, there are some things that you need to be aware of so you are less likely to have issues with your application and cause further delays in the process. Familiarizing yourself with the paperwork is always a good idea…
The Canadian Shipping Act affects you every time you and your watercraft head out onto the water. That’s not even an exaggeration. Even if you haven’t heard of the Act since history class (or even then) it’s actually one of the most important pieces of legislation having to do with boating in Canada. If you’re…