Are you an American citizen hoping to register a vessel with the Canadian government? Do you have a Canadian vessel and are wondering whether to get it registered or to get a pleasure craft license? These are not small questions. These questions have always been important, but, in recent days in regards to the pandemic, borders,…
Have you recently purchased a pleasure craft and are working your way through the transferring process? Did you sell your pleasure craft to someone else and want to expedite the process as much as possible? We designed our site to be a place where vessel owners at all stages of vessel ownership could find exactly…
According to the Canada Shipping Act of 2001, a pleasure craft is defined as a vessel used for recreation that doesn’t carry any passengers. It can still carry guests, however; the difference between a guest and a passenger is that a guest does not pay a fee to ride on a vessel. A pleasure craft…
Are you unsure about whether to register your Canadian vessel or get a pleasure craft license? Do you think it’s something that you really don’t have to worry about? The truth is that getting this right is a priority. If you make the wrong decision, you could face steep, heavy fines from Transport Canada (as…
Parting ways with your boat can be very bittersweet. Maybe you have a new boat lined up for you or it will still take a while for you to find a boat that works for you. Either way, we don’t want to add too much to your plate, but you will need to transfer the…
Many people come to us at the National Vessel Registry Center Corp asking about how to register a pleasure boat in Alberta. However, they don’t realize that they are asking the wrong question. How to Register a Pleasure Boat in Alberta The first thing that we need to clear up is that you don’t actually…
Vessel registration can be complicated, which is why we’re here to help you with it. When looking at boat registration in Nova Scotia, it’s important to know the specifics of what you need as part of the process. Let’s take a closer look at these so that you’re ready to take care of this process.…
“Should I get Canada boat registration or should I get a Canadian pleasure license?” “I know what I want to use my boat for, but I’m not sure which I should get?” Of all of the questions that we’re asked by clients at the National Vessel Registry Center Corp., this may be among the most…
In order to be able to operate your recreational vessel comfortably and in accordance with Canadian boating regulations, you will need to have a pleasure craft licence. So, if you’re unsure about how to get yours, allow us to guide you through it. What is a Pleasure Craft Licence? Here in Canada, a licence for…
What do you need in order to drive your car around? Well, for one, a licence, right? If you want to use your vehicle on the streets, you need a driver’s licence. Something similar will apply to recreational boats, for which you will need a pleasure craft licence in Ontario. Getting Your Pleasure Craft Licence…