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Tagged: Boat Ownership

From Lake to Sea: The Perks of Canadian Boat Ownership

Boat Ownership in Canada

Boating is a common type of recreation activity in Canada. This mainly due to the country’s abundance of waterways (lakes, rivers, and coastal waters) that provide enough opportunities for people who enjoy boating. If you are thinking about purchasing a boat in Canada, it is important that you are aware of the numerous advantages that…

Canada Vessel Registry

By: National Vessel Registry Staff | December 18, 2024

in Boat Ownership Transfer  

Why You Might Perform a Vessel Search by Name

Why You Might Perform a Vessel Search by Name

You have been considering buying a boat for a long time now. You see friends and colleagues and all the fun they have with their boats every chance they get, and you long to live a life just like that. Think about all the fun you can have on your yacht or pleasure craft, going…

Canada Vessel Registry

By: National Vessel Registry | October 17, 2024

in Boat Registration  

Get the Boat Ownership Forms You Need Online

Boat Ownership

Are you looking for new ways to better enjoy the great outdoors? Are you tired of spending your summer weekends stuck on the shore? Well, if the answer is “yes” to both questions, it may be time to think seriously about boat ownership. When you own your own boat, you give yourself the freedom to…

Canada Vessel Registry

By: National Vessel Registry Staff | September 23, 2024

in Boat Registration  

How Can You Take Ownership of an Abandoned Boat and Register It?

can you take ownership of an abandoned boat

Should you find a boat without an owner, you might be wondering, “How can you take ownership of an abandoned boat?” Well, our team has all the answers you need. How Can You Take Ownership of an Abandoned Boat? More people than you’d think end up asking themselves whether or not they can claim an…

Canada Vessel Registry

By: National Vessel Registry Staff | September 23, 2024

in Abandoned Boats And Vessels  

Find Boat Owner Contact Information and Easily Get in Touch With Them

Find Boat Owner

Do you need to find boat owner information so that you can contact them? Well, lucky for you, Transport Canada has the perfect registry to help you with this. Here’s how you can use it. How to Easily Find Boat Owner There are many different cases in which you might end up needing to reach…

Canada Vessel Registry

By: National Vessel Registry Staff | September 23, 2024

in Boat Ownership Transfer  

Find Boat Ownership Forms Online

Boat Ownership

When you buy a boat, you can say goodbye to spending your weekends stuck on the shore. That’s right–you’ll no longer need to rely on friends or relatives to take you out on their boats. You will be in charge of your maritime destiny, as you can freely untie from the dock whenever the urge…

Canada Vessel Registry

By: National Vessel Registry Staff | September 23, 2024

in boat history check, Buying a Boat  

Responsible Boat Ownership: Preparing to Sail

Boat ownership

When you’re out on the open water, it’s just you and the elements. There’s something liberating about being surrounded by nothing but sky and water. It’s a chance to reset and recharge, to connect with nature in a pure and simple way. To best enjoy it with the most peace of mind, it’s best to…

Canada Vessel Registry

By: National Vessel Registry Staff | May 10, 2024

in Boat Ownership Transfer  

How Do I Transfer Ownership of a Boat in Canada? Complete the Process Here

How Do I Transfer Ownership of a Boat in Canada

Many people arrive at our website with one question in mind: “How Do I Transfer Ownership of a Boat in Canada?” Well, don’t worry about that because our team has the answer for you. How Do I Transfer Ownership of a Boat in Canada? People who ask themselves “how do I transfer ownership of a…

Canada Vessel Registry

By: National Vessel Registry Staff | May 10, 2024

in Boat Ownership Transfer  

Vessel Registration in Canada: What You’ll Need

Ownership and Registration

Always have the up-to-date proof of ownership (such as a Pleasure Craft License (PCL) or Vessel Registration, plus a Bill of Sale) with you when using your pleasure craft. Also, make sure that the vessel ownership information on your vessel registration in Canada is current, which means you’ll need to submit updated records via the…

Canada Vessel Registry

By: National Vessel Registry Staff | May 10, 2024

in Pleasure Craft License  

Solidifying Your Claim on the Canadian Seas

How do you prove ownership of a boat

Have you ever been caught up in a storm of questions asking, “How do you prove ownership of a boat in Canada?” You don’t stand alone. Every year since the beginning of sailing, a lot of boat owners try to answer this question seeking to solidify their rightful claims to various kinds of maritime vessels.…

Canada Vessel Registry

By: National Vessel Registry Staff | May 10, 2024

in Boat Bill of Sale, Boat Registration  

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