Operating a commercial fishing boat in Canada in 2026 means balancing daily work on the water with evolving safety expectations. The Small Vessel Register plays a direct role in how Transport Canada connects your boat’s registration status with safety oversight, inspections, and compliance programs. From stability notices to digital safety records, registration status now shapes…
Extreme storms, unpredictable ice movement, and growing environmental response demands have pushed the Canadian Coast Guard. For boat owners across the country, these changes are no longer abstract policy discussions. They directly affect how Canadian boat registration functions, how quickly authorities can respond during emergencies, and how Transport Canada manages records tied to climate resilience.…
A Government Vessel Registration is a process for recording a vessel owned or operated under the authority of an entity that is a government. Registering a government vessel promotes accountability and clarity of operations in the Canadian waters. Government vessels may be different from private or commercial vessels, but they must be registered. Clear records…
In Canada, most recreational boat owners are legally required to obtain a New Pleasure Craft Licence. When you buy a new or used pleasure craft, a New Pleasure Craft Licence ensures your boat is on the record. A boat licence links you to your watercraft. It also helps authorities identify your vessel when required. Many…
When the original licence is lost, damaged or unreadable, Duplicate Pleasure Craft Licence is a must. A lot of boat owners only see the boat insurance on the policy when stopped for inspection. A Duplicate of Pleasure Craft Licence is a valid document, just like an original Pleasure Craft Licence. Operators may be faced with…
There is still an opportunity for qualifying boat owners to benefit from Transport Canada’s extended inspection periodicity pilot. Here, we help owners manage registration and licencing requirements tied to the small vessel register while staying aligned with current regulatory changes. With the pilot now extended into 2026, this is a meaningful window for operators who…
Finding a neglected boat tied to a forgotten dock can feel like an opportunity. However, opportunity does not automatically equal ownership. In 2026, Transport Canada rule changes have reshaped how Canadians pursue an abandoned boat title, creating new pathways but also new compliance expectations. This guide reflects the current regulatory environment, including new deadlines, fees,…
Transport Canada has made it clear that safety and accurate information are inseparable. Proper pleasure craft licence compliance, equipment rules, and pre-departure practices are now directly tied to search and rescue outcomes, enforcement priorities, and how quickly help reaches you when something goes wrong. This checklist reflects the latest federal direction and shows how…
Transport Canada’s latest safety warning for Sea-Doo Switch pontoon boats is a clear reminder that a pleasure craft licence is more than a compliance checkbox. It is a direct communication channel between boat owners, manufacturers, and federal authorities when safety risks emerge. As an online portal focused on Canadian boat forms, our role is to…
Boating across Canada is entering a new regulatory era. On January 6, 2026, the federal government announced significant changes that affect how boat owners manage their pleasure craft licence, timelines, fees, and ongoing compliance. For Canadians who rely on clear, current records to stay on the water without interruption, these updates reshape expectations that have…