Canada is home to hundreds of thousands of freshwater lakes. If you are an avid fisherman or boater, there is no place on Earth quite like our humble, northern nation. If you are looking to explore Canada’s bountiful bodies of water, the best avenue for doing so is purchasing your very own boat. When you…
What Boats Need a Transport Canada Pleasure Craft License?
As we near a new year, another boating season will quickly be upon us. After the stress and rigamarole that comes with the holidays, you may find that you are especially eager to get out on the water and relax. Before you start thinking about when you can launch your vessel for the first time…
How to Place Your Vessel in the Transport Canada Boat Registry
If you have a passion for boating, there are not many better places on Earth to explore than the waters of Canada. This beautiful, northern nation is home to hundreds of thousands of pristine lakes, as well as many winding rivers and thousands of miles of ocean coastline on both the Atlantic and Pacific. While…
The Importance of Alberta Registries Bill of Sale
Are you a resident of Canada and the owner of a boat? If this is the case, you should be familiar with the Alberta registries bill of sale. This document is crucial for establishing that you are the vessel’s owner and that it is written in your name. It gives evidence that the owner has…
Licensing a Boat in Ontario – What You Need to Know
Are you currently in the process of buying a boat in the province of Ontario? Do you want to get further information on the acquisition of the appropriate paperwork for licensing a boat in Ontario? If that’s the case, you’ve found the proper place to be. Boating is a popular sport in Canada, and while…
BC Boat Registration Tips for Seasoned Owners and Beginners
It is essential to have a fundamental understanding of BC boat registration whether you already own a boat in Canada or are considering doing so in the future. This guide will help you correctly register your boat, no matter how long you’ve been a boater or if this is your first watercraft. It will provide…
Basics On Vessel Name Change and Port of Registry
Names given to ships are meaningful. To the ship’s captain, this is usually of the utmost importance. Nearing the beginning of 2023, maybe you’ve been considering renaming your boat as part of a New Year’s resolution. On the other hand, perhaps you bought your boat from a previous owner and would rather pick a more…
What to Do if You Lose Your Canada Boat Registration or Title?
You must maintain your vessel’s registration and title up to date if you are the owner of a vessel in Canada. There are a variety of circumstances that might result in the cancellation of your Canada boat registration or title. You could have, for instance, misplaced the paper, lost track of it entirely, or thrown…
Boat Transfer Papers BC to Stay on the Water
Are you at the point where it’s time to transfer the ownership of your vessel from one person to another? Do you feel like something has changed in terms of who owns your vessel and you want to make certain that you’re in compliance with the powers that be? Transferring ownership of your vessel from…
Remaining On the Canadian Registry of Vessels When Things Go Awry
Has something recently happened with your vessel that makes you think you’re going to have to change your vessel’s documentation? Does it feel like you should update your documentation with the powers that be but aren’t sure how to do so? This is exactly the kind of concern that we created the National Vessel Registry…