Perhaps the time has come for you to purchase a new boat, or perhaps you want to learn more about the required paperwork before making a purchase. In either case, you must be sure that certain requirements are met, such as having the boat’s official number and obtaining a license, as the next steps following…
Any boat enthusiast knows that the naming process is a very important part of any new vessel ownership. With this in mind, we’ve gathered a few important pointers on boat name registration in Canada. Basics of Boat Name Registration in Canada Transport Canada has very specific guidelines regarding boat names and their display, which is…
Your boat registration is the legal proof of your ownership and permission to use a specific vessel, which is why it’s so important that any changes in ownership are always reflected on the official registration. This is what the transfer of Canadian registration form will be for. This will come in handy in a variety…
Canada’s federal government or the National Vessel Registry Center provides boat registration as a public service. Each province and territory in Canada has its own boat registration rules in addition to those of the Canadian Transport Agency and the National Vessel Registry Center. Many tools for registering a boat may be found on the Transport…
Do you have your eye on a boat in the United States but aren’t sure how to bring it home to Canada? Have you been researching what to do when you buy the boat so that you’re in compliance with the powers that be yet don’t know what the right course of action is? At…
Canadian winters can be long and punishing. After spending the past several months confined indoors, however, the signs of spring are finally emerging. If you own your own boat, or if you are planning to purchase one, chances are you are eager to get out on the water with your friends and family. Before you…
In Canada, owning a boat is a privilege that comes with a lot of responsibilities. One of the key responsibilities of boat ownership is registering it with the appropriate authorities. Transport Canada is the government agency responsible for boat registration in the country. However, the process of registering a boat with Transport Canada can be…
Registering a vessel with Transport Canada will be very important in order for a lot of boats to be able to operate commercially and provide services. This is just as important for privately-owned vessels as it is for the ones that provide government services. Let’s talk about the process for registration of a government vessel…
Your vessel registration will always have to reflect accurate and current information. This means, among other things, that it needs to be tied to the port of registry where you maintain the vessel. Let’s take a closer look at this. Determining Your Port of Registry While you’re not using it, your vessel is most likely…
For many people, purchasing a luxury boat or yacht may be a dream. You imagine relaxing in beautiful weather on calm waters with your family or friends or sailing to new areas to enjoy. Owning a ship does not have to be just a pipe dream, but it does take some careful planning on your…