As the summer months wind down, there is still some time to get another boat trip or two in. Whether you plan to launch nearby, or you will be traveling a bit to take your vessel out, the urge to get some more time in with your boat is understandable. Of course, before you head…
For those who value spending their free time outdoors, it is hard to beat owning your own boat. The reason for this is pretty simple: with your own boat, you can hit the open water whenever you get the itch. This means you can feel the sun on your face and the wind on your…
Are you looking to document your recreational vessel? You might think that you need to get a Personal Watercraft Registration, but here in Canada that’s not exactly the case. Here’s what to do instead. Not Personal Watercraft Registration, But Personal Water Craft Licensing A lot of new vessel owners come to us asking about getting…
If you are an aspiring boat owner, the summer months are a reminder that you really should be out on the water. In Canada, we all toil away through long, arduous winters, spurred on by the knowledge that warmer weather is always just around the corner. What better way to enjoy these precious days than…
Registration is a process that involves establishing ownership of a given vessel. The Canadian Register of Vessels is a database that contains such information and is very similar to the title system that is used for registering land ownership. Registration allows you to gain approval for your boat’s name, prove mortgage registration and provide proof…
As a proud Canadian citizen, perhaps you want to fly the country’s flag on your boat. While having a registered pleasure craft allows for this, you must do so properly. Both to show your reverence to the flag, but also to adhere to safety and boating standards while on the water. In accordance with the…
You are excited about buying a new pleasure craft. However, you don’t want to confine your vessel’s use to a weekend sailing trip or fishing for leisure. You also want to profit from your vessel. If you intend to use your boat as a multiple-use boat, you need to register a boat in Ontario or…
Some people want to live on their boat while enjoying the great outdoors. Typically, in Canada, this is done for vacation or weekend purposes. However, there are still those lovers of nature who wish to make their boat their home. Usually, you won’t be allowed to stay onboard all year long unless you moor your…
When purchasing a boat for the first time, it is essential to familiarize yourself with the terminology related to its various components. Knowing the different parts of a boat will enhance your understanding before venturing onto the open water. Being an occasional boater differs significantly from being a boat owner. A handful of boating experiences…
With another beautiful Canadian boating season nearly upon us, you are probably eager to get out on the water. And, of course, why would you not be? Canada is home to hundreds of thousands of freshwater lakes and nearly endless, expansive coastlines. To put it another way, our nation can be aptly described as a…