For many, navigating the vast expanse of Canadian vessel registration can be a similar experience to a sailor braving the turbulent waves of the North Atlantic. With countless rules, intricate details, and heaps of paperwork, the task seems daunting for most boat owners. Amid this complexity, the National Vessel Registry Center (NVRC) shines brightly, offering…
The Ultimate Guide to Selling a Boat in BC and Transferring Documentation
If you’re selling a boat in BC, then you might need a few pointers so as to make the overall process much easier for yourself. At the National Vessel Registry Center, we are here to help. A Guide to Selling a Boat in BC In order to sell a boat, you will have to keep…
Two Ways to Request Information From the Canadian Ship Registry Database
One of the many ways in which Transport Canada can help you is through the Canadian ship registry database, which holds all the information you might need about documented vessels. Canadian Ship Registry Database There are two ways to consult the Canadian ship registry database and each will come in useful in different situations. If…
How to Change Ownership on a Boat in Ontario For Work and Leisure Boats
Are you selling your vessel and don’t know how to change ownership on a boat in Ontario? The National Vessel Registry Center has got you covered with Transport Canada paperwork. How to Change Ownership on a Boat in Ontario When figuring out how to change ownership on a boat in Ontario, the overall process will…
How Can You Change the Name of a Boat on Transport Canada Registration?
Yes, despite the old sailor’s tale, you can, in fact, rename a boat and it’s not going to be bad luck. Now, how can you change the name of a boat? That’s something we can help with. Can You Change the Name of a Boat? There could be any number of reasons for you to…
Picking Your Boat Name and Hailing Port When Documenting Boats
When getting a new boat here in Canada, there are two things you will need to worry about upfront when getting your documentation: your boat name and hailing port. Let’s take a look at this. Boat Name and Hailing Port Two important parts of your boat ownership, believe it or not, will be your boat…
Do You Have to Register a Boat in Alberta? All Your Questions Answered
Do you have to register a boat in Alberta or is it a licensing situation? Let’s address these questions and guide you through the process of getting your boat documentation in order. Do You Have to Register a Boat in Alberta? So, if you have a boat here in Alberta, you might be wondering about…
How Can a Canadian Buy a Boat in the US and Import it Into Canada?
Can a Canadian buy a boat in the US? How? What do they have to do to properly take care of this process? The National Vessel Registry Center has all the answers you’ll need to know. Can a Canadian Buy a Boat in the US? When looking to purchase a boat, a lot of people…
Whole Transport Canada Pleasure Craft Transfer Process Explained
The overall Transport Canada pleasure craft transfer process is not a complex one, but it is delicate, so allow our team of document processing experts to guide you through all of it. Transport Canada Pleasure Craft Transfer The Transport Canada pleasure craft transfer process is not complicated, but it does require some care and attention…
Apply For Commercial or Recreational Documentation For a Canadian Vessel
Struggling with getting documentation for a Canadian vessel in order? Well, all you need to do is read through our Transport Canada guide here at the National Vessel Registry Center. Documentation For a Canadian Vessel When it comes to properly operating a vessel in Canada, you really need to pay attention to the documentation needs…