Congratulations on your new acquisition. We know you not only want to plan amazing journeys and holidays for you and your family after investing in a high-quality, luxury pleasure vessel like a yacht, but you also want to make sure that you register your vessel so that it may be included in Canada’s national registry. You might not be aware of the Transport Canada register boat process, but it all starts with completing the necessary papers with the appropriate government body. You may have heard stories from other boat owners about how difficult it is to work with Transport Canada, but with the help of this blog post, you’ll be headed in the right direction.
Transport Canada, a Government Organization
Transport Canada is a Canadian federal department that is responsible for the safety of transportation in Canada. It is a department of the Government of Canada. This department is one of three departments on the agenda of Canada’s appointed Transport Minister.
Features and Benefits of Transport Canada’s Register Boat
Transport Canada’s Register Boat Process is a procedure to register a boat with Transport Canada. Transport Canada’s “Register Boat” process is an online (and mail) application that allows you to submit a declaration of ownership for your vessel. The benefits of this service can be summed up in two words: convenience and control.
There are also additional benefits to having a registered boat with Transport Canada, such as:
- Protection against theft or vandalism by having your boat’s serial numbers recorded by the government.
- Peace of mind if someone steals or damages your boat while it’s docked at home because they know where to find you if there’s an issue with that particular piece of equipment on record when checking in at any port facility across the country (or abroad).
Your Boat’s Registration
Like we’ve discussed in this short article, instead of only having a vessel license, you could choose to get a boat registration. Transport Canada is also in charge of registration, and there are fees associated with federal registration. You’ll need to fill out the paperwork, show proof of citizenship and vessel ownership, and send it all to Transport Canada for processing. You must also display your ship’s name and port of registry on the outside of the boat, as well as the official number and tonnage of the vessel on the inside.
To be eligible to register, you must be 18 years of age or older and be a Canadian resident. The vessel must also meet certain requirements for registration as outlined in the Canada Shipping Act, such as:
- Having a Canadian address that can be used as an address for correspondence from Transport Canada and other government agencies (if this requirement does not apply to you, you may use an alternative address such as your place of work or school)
- Be the registered owner of the vessel.
Registration of Commercial Vessels and Recreational Craft
The type of registration you choose for your boat is largely determined by how you want to use it. You can choose a leisure craft licence if you intend to use your boat solely for pleasure, inviting guests over and sailing around the lakes and seas. However, if you intend to rent it out, even if only for a day to your best friend, you must fill out the commercial vessel form. When in doubt, you should assume it could be a commercial use when in doubt. Doing the correct registration process will save you a lot of trouble in the long run.
Getting the Paperwork Done
Filling out the countless documents required by Transport Canada can be the most time-consuming aspect of owning a boat, and you may wonder if it’s all worth it. We usually recommend that you start by gathering all of the relevant information so that you can fill out the form with everything in one location. Make sure you have all of the vessel’s information, as well as copies of any papers or documentation you need to send away, as well as all of your personal information.
Using our online forms at Canadian Registry Vessel
Our main goal is to assist boat owners like you who require help filing documents with Transport Canada. We are a third-party service that will submit forms to the department on your behalf. The registration forms are available online, so you can fill them out on your computer, send them to us electronically, and then have our professionals double-check them for errors before submitting them.
After completing the registration forms at the National Vessel Registry Center, you’ll have no trouble when dealing with Transport Canada. Take a look at the services we provide on our website and file your paperwork today to expedite the registration procedure and obtain the certificate you desire. Please use our online contact form to send us a note or send an email to info@canadianvesselregistry.ca if you have any questions or concerns.
