Keeping your boat safe is important. In Canada, you’ll need a Canadian vessel registration to get it insured or register it with the local authorities. If you need to buy, sell, or transfer ownership of your boat, you will also need a Canadian Boat Registration document and an official number for your boat. These documents…
For both recreational enthusiasts and commercial vessel operators, the joys of boat ownership come with a set of responsibilities critical to safe and lawful maritime conduct. Among these responsibilities, the proper display of your vessel official number stands as a fundamental requirement. Adherence to the guidelines for displaying this number is not only a legal…
When you own a boat, your vessel must be properly licensed or registered. It is essential for compliance with regulations and safety on the water. One of the key identifiers used for this purpose is the boat official number. But how exactly can you determine if a vessel is licensed or registered using its official…
As wonderful as it can be for you and your family and friends to spend leisure time out on your boat, you as the boat owner must be aware that you need to follow the rules and regulations set by Transport Canada if you want your vessel to be on Canadian waters legally. Naturally, there…
If you are new to boating, you might find yourself overwhelmed at how much there is to learn. Chances are, in searching for a boat to purchase, you received a crash course in the different types of pleasure craft that are out there. Provided you have acquired your Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC), you have…
Maybe the time has come for you to dive right into buying a boat, or maybe you just want to know more about the necessary documentation before making a purchase. Either way, you must be certain to have certain requirements in order, such as having your boat’s official number and obtaining a license as your…