When you own a boat, the world is your oyster. You can untie from the dock at just a moment’s notice, head out on the water and fish, waterski, or sightsee as much as you want to. In Canada, especially, there is no shortage of bodies of water for you to explore with your own…
If you are kicking around the idea of buying a boat, you know that it is a major decision. For starters, owning a boat–and any vessel owner will tell you this–is a huge time commitment. Mostly, this is a positive, as you will want to spend as many of your weekends as possible out on…
Make no mistake about it, buying a boat is an exciting occasion. For many first-time boat buyers, this purchase is the culmination of months of planning, research, and budgeting. If you think about it, it makes sense that this would be a carefully considered investment. For one thing, boats are expensive, both in the upfront…
If you own a vessel, you are probably aware of the Transport Canada registry, which is the database where the titular agency stores all the relevant information about the registered vessels. This is not a classified archive, though, since it can be easily accessed and consulted with the right information. This is a public registry,…
In the vast expanse of Canada’s maritime domain, vessel registration stands as a crucial aspect of maritime law and safety. Understanding the ins and outs of Canada vessel registration is essential for all boat owners and operators. This comprehensive guide, brought to you by the National Vessel Registry Center, Corp., provides everything you need to…
Sorting out your personal watercraft registration will be very important if you’re looking to operate your boat out in Canadian waters. Here’s all the information you might need for this. Personal Watercraft Registration Boats in Canada fall under the responsibility and regulation of Transport Canada, and they have very particular guidelines when it comes to…
It’s very important that your Canadian vessel registration is always kept up to date and current. Why? Because this ensures compliance with regulations, including those pertaining to safety on the water. Many people find that setting an alert reminder or marking the expiration date on their calendar helps them stay on top of updates. Be…
The small vessel registry is a helpful tool for all small boat owners in Canada, whether you’re brand new to boating or you’ve been doing it for years. Understanding the registry’s purpose and design is a good way to get the most out of the service. Having a small boat is both fun and exciting…
If you own a vessel and reside in Canada, it’s a legal requirement, in most cases, that you place your boat on the Canadian Register of Vessels. Not only is it necessary for legal reasons, but doing so also offers a variety of perks and benefits that you can take advantage of. If you want…
Canada vessel registration is absolutely vital, despite sometimes being a time consuming and stressful task. Avoiding proper registration is illegal and sets you up for fines and penalties you’d rather not deal with. Additionally, boat registration can help protect you from fraudulent activity. Keeping that in mind, caution should be exercised when approached by individuals…