If you’ve read our blog, you know that we always stress the importance of your boat’s registration. Not to keep bringing that up, but we want to talk about how vital it is to have the certificate on you while operating the boat and what to do in case of a lost boat registration. …
Back when you first registered your boat with Transport Canada, you were asked to give it a name. Now, this doesn’t have to mean that the boat will have to keep this name going forward. You can change it if you feel like it, you just need to go through a specific process for that.…
If you’re looking into buying a vessel, then you’ve probably heard of the Canadian ship registry. This is the database kept by Transport Canada with all the registered and licensed vessels that operate in Canadian waters. A lot of people have questions about how this works and how they are supposed to register their specific…
Sometimes it’s difficult to understand what the bureaucratic and administrative processes attached to boat ownership are. Registering your car, for example, might be very straightforward, but that’s not always the case for boats. Transport Canada marine registration can be very confusing if you’re not familiar with their dynamics. If you are looking into what you…
Many prospective boat owners are familiar with the Ontario boat registry, but they aren’t exactly sure about how to join it or interact with it. Well, here are some basic recommendations on how to approach this matter. Join the Boat Registry Many people, upon purchasing a vessel, are aware that they need to register…
Many people ask us “can a Canadian buy a boat in the US?” before they make the purchase, which is a good idea. After all, you don’t want to spend all that money on a a boat you don’t even know if you get to keep. Don’t worry, though, because not only is it allowed,…
If you are selling or passing on the ownership of a boat, you also need to pass on the corresponding documentation. This will both officialize the sale of the boat and make sure that the new owner has all the necessary paperwork to legally establish ownership. This process doesn’t have to be that complicated, but…
You might already know this, but all the information registered with Transport Canada goes to their registry, which is the comprehensive database that holds all data related to a particular vessel. Not only does this help them keep track of all the vessels using Canadian waters and access contact information in case an owner needs…
There’s nothing more maritime than superstitions, which have accompanied sailors and seafaring folks since time immemorial. One of these famous superstitions states that it’s bad luck to rename a boat, but how true is that? Let’s look into this. Is it Bad Luck to Rename a Boat? It’s an old superstition that it’s bad luck…
When it comes to your boat documentation here in Canada, there are certain categories, forms, and applications that you need to keep in mind. We have a guide to Transport Canada vessel registration to easily help you navigate these procedures. Transport Canada Vessel Registration There are very specific rules for Transport Canada vessel registration and…