Though certain seafaring superstitions would deem renaming your boat bad luck, sometimes it needs to be done. If you are going this route, understanding how to rename a boat legally is important. Maybe the boat you recently purchased has a name that means something to the previous owner but doesn’t hold much weight with you.…
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…
Boating in Canada is a popular pastime for many. Whether it’s for fishing or simply enjoying the beauty of nature, the Canadian Vessel waters provide an idyllic setting to sail through. However, with the joy of boating comes the responsibility of ensuring your boat is up to regulatory standards, including having it registered with the…
Can you change the name of a boat? Yes! The short answer is yes, you can change the name of a boat. This is actually fairly easy, especially given all the available mechanisms we at the National Vessel Registry Center have got to offer you. We make an effort to make sure that all your…
First things first, congrats on owning a boat and being a responsible boat owner! It’s always best to understand the legalities and requirements involved with owning your pleasure craft and looking up questions is one of the best ways to learn. One of the premier things to understand when learning about licence displays is that…
On October 17, 2018, the Canadian Parliament passed Bill C-45, or more popularly known as the Cannabis Act. This legal action legalized and regulated the sale and consumption of cannabis in Canada. Since the first dispensaries began being active, people have been wondering about how this affects marine transport ,vessels and Canadian vessel documentation. In this…
Have you recently purchased a boat? If so, you have just unlocked a pathway to hours of joy and leisure to be enjoyed with your friends and family. Maybe it has been the culmination of a lifelong dream, or an impulse buys to shake up your recreational hobbies–regardless, boating is an activity that can be…
If you have recently acquired a vessel, you must still be familiar with the different boat expressions and documentation. If that is your case, words like “Transport Canada”, “Pleasure Craft License”, or “Port of Registry” may not ring a bell yet, but they will soon do. This article, in particular, will explain to you what…
When you have your own boat, there is a tantalizing level of freedom that is right at your fingertips. With the ability to head down to the marina and untie from the dock whenever you would like, you get to enjoy the luxurious privilege of endless outdoor exploration. Whether you happen to make your living…
In today’s world we have all the information we need in our pockets, we can easily search the weather, buy equipment for our vessel and look up information that could be essential to our boat. Understanding the usefulness of the Vessel Query System can be another reason to quickly check your phone to double check…