The authorized representative has the overall responsibility for safety of the vessel. Even though not always on board, the authorized representative must ensure that the vessel’s machinery and equipment meet the requirements of the Act and Regulations.The authorized representative is also responsible for notifying Vessel Registration should any changes be made to the vessel, including alterations, changes in address or removal from service, as per section 58 of the Canada Shipping Act, 2001.
Vessel Registration FAQs
WHAT VESSELS MAY BE DOCUMENTED?ARE THERE DIFFERENT TYPES OF DOCUMENTATION?HOW DO I CHANGE THE NAME OR HAILING PORT OF MY VESSEL?CAN A DINGHY HAVE THE SAME OFFICIAL NUMBER AS A REGISTERED VESSEL?WHEN A VESSEL IS EITHER SUSPENDED OR CLOSE, IS THE NAME AVAILABLE?HOW DO I CLOSE THE REGISTRY OF MY VESSEL?HOW DO I RENEW MY CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRY?HOW DO I ESTABLISH CANADIAN CITIZENSHIP?ARE THERE DIFFERENT TYPES OF DOCUMENTATION?WHAT IS VESSEL TONNAGE?WHAT ARE THE MARKING REQUIREMENTS?MAY I RENEW MY DOCUMENT EARLY?CAN I LAMINATE MY CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRY?MUST MY VESSEL BE DOCUMENTED?WHAT HAPPENS TO THE VESSEL WHEN ONE JOINT OWNER DIES?IS THERE A FINE IF I DO NOT HAVE A PLEASURE CRAFT LICENCE?HOW DO I NOTIFY YOU OF MY CHANGE OF ADDRESS?DO I NEED A PLEASURE CRAFT LICENCE?DO YOU HAVE WALK-IN SERVICE?HOW IS VESSEL OWNERSHIP ESTABLISHED?