Do you consider boating to be one of your primary passions? Do you spend every free moment you have–nights, weekends, vacations–out on the water? If so, you may have thought about taking the next step and turning boating into a career. Perhaps you are interested in starting a commercial fishing business, or you plan to…
When you are considering purchasing a boat of your own, you might feel a bit overwhelmed by the volume of options out there. Boats can come in a lot of different shapes and sizes, and finding the right make and model for you can require some due diligence. You will want to perform a fair…
As we cruise on into another Canadian boating season, you may find that the waves are calling your name. Staring out at the lake from your dock, you are probably pretty eager to get your boat in the water and start making lasting memories with your loved ones. Of course, as you may know, gearing…
If you are looking for new ways to soak up the warm weather and sunshine afforded by the Canadian summer months, owning a boat may be just a hobby for you. Whether you enjoy fishing, water sports, or simply cruising out on the water, with your own boat, the leisure possibilities are virtually endless. Understandably,…
If you are an aspiring boat owner, the summer months are a reminder that you really should be out on the water. In Canada, we all toil away through long, arduous winters, spurred on by the knowledge that warmer weather is always just around the corner. What better way to enjoy these precious days than…
British Columbia (BC) is one of the most beautiful locales that North America has to offer. Nestled against the Pacific Ocean, and home to pristine forests, rivers, lakes, and mountains, there is something in BC for outdoors enthusiasts of all stripes. For boat owners, in particular, it is tough to beat what BC has to…
When it comes to boating, there are not a lot of places on Earth that are better than Canada. While our quiet nation in the north may conjure images of hockey and snow for the average person, those in the know recognize that it offers some unparalleled wonders when it comes to natural beauty and…
Canada is home to some of the most breathtaking vistas and scenery on the face of the Earth. With so much pristine, untouched, sparsely populated land, our fair nation is an outdoors enthusiast’s paradise. For boaters, in particular, there is much to enjoy in this northern territory. British Columbia (BC), is especially favored as a…
When you own your own boat, you aim to spend every free weekend–and evenings, if you can–out on the water. Who can blame you? Canadian summers are best enjoyed while taking in the great outdoors. With the sun on your skin and the wind at your back, cruising and making waves and memories with your…
Did you just get a boat you’re planning on using recreationally in Canadian waters? Well, then you might need to submit a pleasure craft license application with Transport Canada. Here’s how. Pleasure Craft Licence Application Here in Canada, a license for pleasure craft is the document that allows recreational vessel owners to opt out of…