There is something liberating about owning a boat that is hard to match. When you are out on the water, all on your lonesome, feeling the wind at your back and the sun on your face, the stresses of land can seem like they are a thousand miles away. With that in mind, it is…
There’s something deeply personal about naming a boat. For many, it’s akin to naming a child or a beloved pet, encapsulating hopes, dreams, and personal experiences. With this sentimentality comes the contemplation of change. Embarking on the journey of the boat name changing ceremony is more than just a maritime tradition; it bridges the gap…
Owning a boat can be, in many ways, a great expression of individualism and freedom. With your vessel, you can conquer the waves of the lake or ocean at your leisure, feeling the wind at your back and the sun on your face. You can also make your boat entirely your own. You can paint…
When getting a new boat here in Canada, there are two things you will need to worry about upfront when getting your documentation: your boat name and hailing port. Let’s take a look at this. Boat Name and Hailing Port Two important parts of your boat ownership, believe it or not, will be your boat…
Renaming a boat is a decision that can stir the waters of tradition and modernity, leaving many boat owners navigating through a sea of doubts. The question “Is it bad to rename a boat?” has divided the community into two camps: the more traditionalists who adhere to age-old superstitions and the modern-day pragmatists who view…
As an avid boater, you know that Canadian waters offer a lot of adventures for many boat owners. With bountiful lakes and ample coastlines, the nation can be a sportsman’s paradise. Now, if you are not a fan of your boat’s name, you may consider changing it. But first, you have to know how to…
In the vast and storied waters of maritime tradition, the act of naming a vessel is both an art and a necessity. Boat owners across Canada take renaming their vessel seriously, ensuring it reflects its spirit and identity. But there may come a time when they desire or need to change the boat’s name. Whether…
Any boat owner will tell you that changing the name of their vessel is a momentous occasion. When you change the name of your boat, you need to make sure you are following Transport Canada’s rules. This is true whether you are changing the name to reflect a new owner, a new stage in your…
It is important for you, as the owner of a boat in Canada, to choose a name for your watercraft that is one of a kind and has some significance. When it comes time to choose the christening of a brand-new ship or the renaming of an older one, a few elements should be kept…
Have you recently moved your vessel to a new hailing port? Does it feel like your vessel name just doesn’t quite fit your vessel (or you) anymore? When vessel owners fill out their initial registration, putting in their Port of Registry and vessel name, it’s easy to feel like those are going to be the…