When you are thinking of purchasing a vessel, it makes sense to try to investigate its past, and to try to discover some more information about by conducting a vessel name query with Transport Canada. They can provide you with more information about the boat, and you may discover facts about the vessel which affect…
When you want to sell a boat, you need to be fully prepared to submit lots of paperwork to make certain that the vessel is no longer in your name. Whether you are trading your boat for another, larger one, or want to move on to a completely different commercial interest, you will have to…
Of the parts of our site that people don’t initially understand, “historical research” stands out. The other forms at our site, even if you don’t know exactly what they are for, make a kind of sense: licensing, registration, changing or altering some kind of registration, and so forth. Those are all forms that, one way…
Most of us haven’t read the Canada Shipping Act of 2001. There are a lot of valid reasons for that, not the least of which is how it’s not that much fun to sit down and actually read the Canada Shipping Act. However, in between all the legalese and laws about Transport Canada boat registration,…
If you’re reading this site, you’ve probably heard of the Canada Shipping Act. It may sound like something that comes from centuries ago, but actually, it was ratified in 2001. This Act greatly impacted and changed how vessel registration works in Canada. If you haven’t registered a vessel in a long time, then the landscape…
Every boat owner must complete the necessary paperwork in order to operate and sail legally in Canada, the same applies when transferring ownership of a boat. Transferring boat ownership requires both parties to be familiar with and fill out some paperwork. Having the appropriate documentation will help both the buyer and the seller, as well…
In very simple terms, a vessel used specifically for recreational activities and personal enjoyment is referred to as a pleasure craft. A vessel used for any other purpose is referred to as a commercial or non-pleasure vessel. Owning a recreational or pleasure craft vessel is a fun and wonderful way to spend time with loved…
Purchasing a boat can be a significant turning point in your life. However, you’ll want to make sure you comprehend all boat registration steps and obligations before you start this new seafaring phase. One of the main pieces of information you must familiarize yourself with for the forms is your vessel’s port of registry. According…
We at the National Vessel Registry understand how frustrating paperwork can be. We know there are other urgent matters to take care of on a day-to-day basis, even though you want to be a responsible boat owner and keep your paperwork up-to-date. Additionally, it is important that you learn how to register your pleasure craft…
Along with getting paid for it, selling a boat requires additional and accurate paperwork. It’s crucial that the buyer and you both understand how to transfer ownership of the boat. Having the appropriate documentation will help both parties avoid getting into any sort of trouble with Transport Canada or any other authorities. If you’re unsure…