If you want to buy a used pleasure craft in Canada you might be wondering how you go about transferring the licence? You first must keep in mind that a pleasure craft licence is not the same as a pleasure craft operator card (which is more commonly referred to as a “boating license).” A boating…
Isn’t it great owning a new boat? You now have the freedom of getting out on the water and enjoying scenery that most people don’t have the pleasure to. When it comes to being a new boat owner there are plenty of legal requirements involved in your pleasure craft. For that reason, it’s best to…
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…
Whether you purchase a boat that is brand new or one that is previously owned and used, there are procedures you must follow to make sure the boat is legal to be in the water in British Columbia (BC). Canadian law dictates that you must either register the vessel with Transport Canada or file for…
As a boat owner in Canada, you will get the enjoyment of taking your boat out onto Canada waters to relax, see sights, spend time with family and friends, swim, fish, and other activities. Before you put your boat in the water for the first time, you need to make sure that you have proper…
Owning a boat is just as good as you can enjoy using it. There are accessories that you can get for your boat, which will go a long way in making your experience better. Accessories for a licensed pleasure craft make it easier for you to enjoy going to the sea. There are different types…
Most people get a pleasure craft to use it for various reasons such as personal or family activities. It is important that when you buy the craft, you should do all the paperwork with National Vessel Registry Center. This will prevent you from contravening the law when using it. There are several things which you need…