Canadian vessel documentation can be complicated. Often, we have vessel owners call us and say something like: “I need to get my registration renewed.” It’s only after talking to them for a bit do we realize that when they say “registration,” they actually mean “licence.” Yes, they are two separate, wholly different things. Luckily, at…
In a perfect world, dealing with Transport Canada would be simple and easy. You would simply type up your documents, press a button, and they’d be taken care of. You wouldn’t have to worry about whether or not the forms are filled out properly, or if the authorities are going to give you the forms…
People have many different reasons for deciding to sell a boat. It may be that you are ready to move on and buy something bigger or newer. Perhaps you want to downsize and get a smaller boat now that better suits your needs. It may be that you just decide to live without having a…
Many people today look for the opportunity to purchase a boat for personal uses. You yourself might be looking for the chance to get out on the water so that they can go fish, swim, travel to different places, or just enjoy hours or days out in the sea. If you have the means to…
Are you getting ready to make a move to buy your first boat? Having a fun recreational vessel that you can take out and enjoy whenever you want is something special. Spending your free time on the countless lakes, rivers, and waterways in Canada will give you a sense of accomplishment, as well as the…
Have you been trying to figure out the perfect name for your Canadian ship? Are you almost done with the registration process and are determining what’s just right for your vessel? The name of your boat is more important than you might realize for any number of reasons. It’s fun to think about and, if…
If you are looking for advice about operating a vessel in Alberta, you need to understand all of the Alberta boating regulations. There are some basic rules and requirements that come with running a boat in these waters, the majority of which also apply to the whole of Canada, and by learning these regulations early…
Have you ever had to cancel or put off something because you needed to fill out your vessel documentation? Did you ever find yourself thinking (even if you were unable to say it) “listen, I’d love to, but I’ve got to take care of these boat documentation forms”? Here at our site, we believe that…
You are the proud owner of a pleasure craft vessel in Canada and have successfully applied for a licence with the help of the National Vessel Registry Center. We have given you the tools you need to receive your Pleasure Craft Licence Card, and the boat Identification number from Transport Canada that comes with it.…