The boat you have always wanted is finally within your reach. You have saved for years, shopped around with different brokers and on the secondary market, and you finally came across the one you want. It fits all your needs regarding size, engine and condition and the price is right where you need it to…
There are always concerns regarding marine safety and the treatment of the marine environment to make sure the waterways stay in the best condition possible. Any boat owner needs to take their responsibilities seriously as an owner to make sure their vessel meets all safety standards and regulations and that every person on their boat,…
Owning a boat can create fantastic opportunities for you. If you own a commercial vessel, you get the chance to enjoy a business where you are out on the water and doing what you love each day. As a recreational vessel owner, the opportunity to take to the seas and go out for relaxing times…
Registry offices are a fantastic location to start searching when you’re looking for ways the Alberta registry’s bill of sale can benefit you. This is something that people might only sometimes be aware of, but it’s true. It would be a mistake to skip out on all the helpful services because you need to learn…
If you operate a pleasure craft in Canada, you need to learn what Transport Canada says about compliance. The governmental department manages transport in Canada covering the regulation of marine, air, rail, and road activities. It operates through the country’s Minister of Transport. Transport Canada: Pleasure Craft Rules To learn more about the legal operation…
A pleasure craft transfer of license takes place whenever you buy or sell a boat. To meet the transfer and application requirements, you need to know the steps involved. The following information will give you the details you need to seamlessly handle the transaction. This type of transaction will not cost you anything although it…
Did you recently purchase a pleasure craft in Canada and aren’t sure what to do next? Do you have your “Pleasure Craft Operator Card” and don’t know the next step? That card makes you eligible to operate a pleasure craft, but it’s not the same as a vessel license in Canada. For one, the latter…
Are you on the fence about getting a pleasure craft licence? Do you know if it’s the right thing to register your vessel or to get a license for it? This is a very important, critical decision that can only be determined by how you plan on using your vessel. It’s your vessel, you worked…
Did you recently purchase a Canadian vessel and aren’t sure whether to get a pleasure craft license or not? Do you know if you should license your vessel, get it registered, or both? It’s important to do the right thing for yourself as well as your vessel, but it can also be a bit confusing…
Are you buying a boat in Canada and aren’t sure what the next step is? Did you recently purchase a vessel and are in the process of figuring out what to do? There’s an old saying that the best days of vessel ownership are the day you buy it and the day you sell it.…