In accordance with the Canada Shipping Act of 2001, non-pleasure vessels need to be registered if they are to operate in Canadian waters. With this in mind, it’s good to know the details of the overall registration process. Like, what kind of vessel do you have? Do small boats need to be registered? What kind…
Obtaining a boat license in British Columbia (BC) is an exciting step for any boat owner or enthusiast. However, the licensing process involves several essential paperwork requirements that can be overwhelming without proper guidance. As a third-party agency specializing in Canadian Vessel Registration, National Vessel Registry Center, Corp. has vast experience in helping boat owners…
Are you looking into registering your vessel? Do you have questions about how to choose the boat name and hailing port? Everything you need to know will be right here on our website. Boat Name and Hailing Port At some point in the process of registering your vessel with Transport Canada, you will have to…
You are excited about buying a new pleasure craft. However, you don’t want to confine your vessel’s use to a weekend sailing trip or fishing for leisure. You also want to profit from your vessel. If you intend to use your boat as a multiple-use boat, you need to register a boat in Ontario or…
When importing a boat and its trailer into Canada, there are a few different things that you’ll need to keep in mind. Don’t worry, though, for as long as you know what to do, the process can be fairly straightforward. So, if you are looking into importing and properly processing the bill of sale for…
Are you looking for the forms you need to apply for your Transport Canada boat documentation? Here at our vessel documentation portal we have all the applications that you might need. Vessel Documentation Portal It’s always going to be very important to stay on top of all your boat documentation, since if you don’t, you…
Some people want to live on their boat while enjoying the great outdoors. Typically, in Canada, this is done for vacation or weekend purposes. However, there are still those lovers of nature who wish to make their boat their home. Usually, you won’t be allowed to stay onboard all year long unless you moor your…
Processing a vessel transfer of ownership can be somewhat disorienting amidst all the other things that come with the sale of a boat, so we want you to have help available throughout. Here at the National Vessel Registry Center, you will find everything you need to file for the transfer. Carrying Out a Vessel Transfer…
If you are the owner of a registered pleasure craft, you’ll find your boat much easier in case it is lost or stolen. The registration number, which is displayed on the boat’s hull as a hull identification number (HIN), allows the police to more easily locate the vessel. You can also do some things yourself…
Selling or buying a vessel in Alberta, Canada, requires a well-crafted bill of sale to protect the interests of both parties involved. As a third-party agency specializing in Canadian Vessel Registration, National Vessel Registry Center, Corp. understands the significance of a robust Alberta Bill of Sale. In this article, we present top tips and expert…