To navigate the waters in Canada, you also have to know how to comply with the country’s boat licensing requirements. While buying a preowned boat is exciting, you also want to make sure you legally operate your boat. A Pleasure Craft Licence Transfer is necessary if you are taking ownership of a preowned vessel. This…
What Is a Pleasure Craft Licence and Why Is It Important?
If you buy a boat in Canada, you’ll either need to get a licence or registration. Both are different types of processes. However, both a registration and a licence help authorities find you in case of an emergency. Defining a Pleasure Craft You’ll want a pleasure craft licence (PCL) if you want a more economical…
Know What the Different Pleasure Craft Licences Are
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…