In Canada, registering a vessel as a small vessel is required by law, regardless of the vessel’s overall length. This means that a boat needs to get a registration number from Transport Canada, no matter if it uses sails, a motor, or an engine to move. In this article, we will talk about what a…
When it comes to registering a vessel in Canada, there are a few key pieces of information that are required. One of the most important is the vessel name and port of registry. The government requires these two pieces of information for identification and documentation purposes. In this blog post, we will discuss what a…
Boat ownership is an exciting venture, but it comes with a significant responsibility to ensure the safety of all on board. Owning a boat means being able to take advantage of the vast and stunning bodies of water Canada has to offer. However, in order to have the best possible boating experience, in addition to…
Suppose you are purchasing a boat that has already been registered in Canada, and you are a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident. In that case, you must go through the process of boat ownership transfer. It entails completing a few stages, but it may be done whenever one chooses, and neither deadlines nor costs…
Alberta is home to some of the most gorgeous waterways in all of Canada. With this in mind, it is no surprise that boat owners flock to this province every year to fish or sightsee with their friends and loved ones. If you are an Alberta resident, or just looking to visit, you are going…
As a boat owner and nature enthusiast, you have a basic obligation to do what you can to protect the environment. Chances are you are familiar with how to keep your emissions at safe levels, you clean your vessel regularly, and you refrain from littering the water with trash and refuse. Sometimes, however, you can…
Owning your own boat is a privilege that most will never know. Putting yourself in a position to purchase a boat can call for years of hard work and sacrifice, as they can be cost-prohibitive. For this reason, the majority of vessel owners cherish their boats, and in turn, they do everything they can to…
Apart from being an eyesore, abandoned boats and wrecks are a public safety issue on both sea and land because of old battery acids, oil, and fuel residues that can contaminate and damage their surrounding ecosystem. A destroyed or abandoned boat on the water is also a navigational hazard; boaters may not see an abandoned…
If you own a vessel, you know that safety and regulations are important. Unfortunately, there are always people who flout the rules of the road or the rules of owning a boat. What happens when those boats are abandoned? Derelict boats can be found in fields, storage yards, backyards, and, sadly, in the water, from…
Introduction A bill of sale in Canada is a document that shows the details of a transaction made between two parties, specifically involving one or more vessels. This document shows legal proof of ownership and is often used to transfer ownership. That being said, it is one of the most important documents to have in…