Transport Canada Documentation does quite a lot. If you go to their site, they say that the group is “responsible for transportation policies and programs. It promotes safe, secure, efficient and environmentally-responsible transportation and they report to Parliament and Canadians through the minister of Transport.” That’s what they say on their site. We found, over the…
So many of our blogs are based around discussing what kind of documentation for a Canadian boat you need. While we always stress the importance of documentation, it’s not the only thing you need for your vessel. You need to always boat safely, too. The appropriate vessel documentation can keep you legally safe on the…
You never know what’s going to happen on the water. You could have the best laid out boat plan, you could have everything perfectly mapped, and yet, as soon as you get on the water, everything can change. The weather can shift fast, circumstance on your boat can change, the number of variables is quite…
A pleasure craft is exactly that: a vessel that brings you joy. These are recreational boats. The “party boats,” the kinds of vessels that memories are made of and on. Spending an entire summer day out with good food and better friends – that’s what pleasure craft are for. They’re also for those days with…
One moment, you’re out on the water, having a great time on your boat in Ontario. Maybe you’re spending time with friends and family, or perhaps you’re having a party with some clients from work. Regardless, it’s so much fun. Later on in the night, you wish everyone goodnight, and then you notice… your boat…
Having a boat can be an enjoyable experience for you, your family, and your friends. You get the chance to be on the water, go fishing, swimming, snorkeling, or one of dozens of other activities. You can even just go out in your boat and relax and enjoy the serenity of the seas. Of course,…
Whether you are buying or selling a boat for the first time, you will see that there are steps that you need to follow to make the transaction is completed legally. Naturally, money is going to change hands at some point, but having the appropriate paperwork in place to certify the sale is just as…
There are all kinds of significant investments you will make in your life. Buying a home, getting a luxury car, or investing in a business are just a few of those moves you might do at some point. Before going into any of them, you most likely do all your research, get all the facts,…
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…
You have a checklist before you take your vessel out of port. Depending on your vessel and the circumstances, before you leave you may check the engine, fuel, weather, crew, plan, course, and the like. You do that for safety so that you’re prepared for any eventuality. Understanding that nothing is promised on the water,…