As the colder months continue to melt away, another Canadian boating season will quickly be upon us. If you are looking for ways to maximize your summer, getting out on the water is a surefire way to make lasting, meaningful memories with your friends, family, and loved ones. Of course, purchasing a boat of your…
For any Canadian boat owner, obtaining a Transport Canada Pleasure Craft License is absolutely essential if they wish to legally operate their vessel. This regulatory requirement applies to all vessels over 4 meters (13 feet) in length and governs the safety of both recreational and commercial boats on navigable waters across Canada. A Transport Canada…
The Transport Canada Pleasure Craft License is a tiny pamphlet that the boat’s operator must carry at all times, including the information that must be prominently displayed on board. Your name, address, phone number, the vessel’s name, and formal registration number, the listed owner’s name, address, phone number, and details about the vessel’s motor are…
The Transport Canada pleasure craft licence renewal process ensures that your recreational boat’s licence doesn’t expire on you, leaving you with a grounded vessel. Here’s what you should know. Transport Canada Pleasure Craft License Renewal When you first got your pleasure craft licence for your vessel you probably were well aware that you need this…
If you happen to own your own boat, you know that this is an especially exciting time of year. As the snow begins to melt and the ice breaks up on Canada’s lakes and waterways, it will soon be time to get your vessel back out on the water. Owning your own boat is a…
The autumn and winter seasons also offer a quality boating experience. However, before you head out on the lake, you will want to check to see that your vessel is in optimal condition from a mechanical standpoint. Before you bring your family and friends onboard, you should ensure that the gas and oil have been…
Now that autumn is already upon us, we might be having our last chance to hit the water. Before heading out to the lake, however, you need to make sure that everything in the boat is working properly, and that the paperwork is in place. In particular, you need to check the gas and oil,…
If you intend to buy a used boat, you need to have the Transport Canada Pleasure Craft License transferred to your name. There are some documents you need to submit in this process: Form 84-0172E, Application for Pleasure Craft Licence (completed) Vessel’s proof of ownership a signed photocopy of a government-issued ID Keep in mind…
As we near a new year, another boating season will quickly be upon us. After the stress and rigamarole that comes with the holidays, you may find that you are especially eager to get out on the water and relax. Before you start thinking about when you can launch your vessel for the first time…
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,…