All documentation registered in Canada has an expiration date. The pleasure craft license is by no means an exemption. It’s important you know what to do before the time comes. You should check the expiration date on the license once in a while to be aware when the time limit is close at hand. Transport…
Did you recently purchase a Canadian vessel and aren’t sure whether to get a pleasure craft license or not? Do you know if you should license your vessel, get it registered, or both? It’s important to do the right thing for yourself as well as your vessel, but it can also be a bit confusing…
Since last year, Transport Canada has announced a proposal to charge a fee on pleasure craft’s users to expand the number of them that require a licence and shorten the renewal period. The new implementation seeks to modernize Canada’s transportation laws, regulations, fees and services. If you own a pleasure craft operating in Canada, it’s…
The laws and regulations for pleasure crafts in Canada require boats to be licensed with a pleasure craft license. This applies to almost any Canadian province. As the name of the license says, you require this kind of documentation for vessels used merely for pleasure or recreational purposes. Boat registration, on the other hand, applies…
Have you been unsure whether your vessel needs to be registered or you should get a Canadian pleasure craft license? Does it seem like there isn’t much difference between the two? The truth is that there are very large differences between them. In fact, you can only get one or the other, you can’t get…
Even though it might not seem like a very captivating part of boating, having all the paperwork in order is an essential part of owning a vessel in Canada. If you have recently acquired a boat in Canada and you’re thinking about getting an application for a Pleasure Craft License, or even if you have…
On contemporary recreational boats, there is no shortage of family-friendly activities. However, before you start planning any of the new activities we’re about to introduce, there is an issue that must be tackled first. must approach: ensuring that you are legally licensed to sail your boat around Canadian waters. Depending on your boating needs, you…
Are you thinking about buying your own boat? If so, there are not many places on earth better than Canada. With hundreds of thousands of lakes at your disposal, there is no shortage of places where you can cruise and make waves. It is worth noting, however, that a boat can be a significant investment,…
As a boat owner in Canada, it is important to understand the rules and regulations, as well as the importance of a pleasure craft license and registration. Transport Canada, the Canadian government agency in charge of regulating the transportation industry, requires all operators of pleasure craft to have a Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) and…
There are several different types of boating licenses in Canada, each of which corresponds to a specific type of vessel or type of activity. Fortunately, everyone can enjoy the multiple benefits and joys of boating, as there is pretty much something to do for everyone. There is a wide variety of boat sizes and functions,…