When you own your own vessel, the world is your oyster. Whenever you get the itch to head out and make waves, you can head down to the dock, untie your boat, and set sail to your heart’s content. Buying your own boat, though, is often the culmination of months of saving and research. If…
One of the great things about owning a boat is all of the things that you can do with your own vessel. Canada, of course, is also the perfect setting for boaters. With hundreds of thousands of lakes and vast expanses of ocean coastline, you will never run out of new places to fish or…
Canada is home to hundreds of thousands of freshwater lakes. If you are an avid fisherman or boater, there is no place on Earth quite like our humble, northern nation. If you are looking to explore Canada’s bountiful bodies of water, the best avenue for doing so is purchasing your very own boat. When you…
When you have a boat all your own, you can enjoy a certain sense of freedom. Provided the weather is agreeable, you can venture out onto the water with no hesitation, whenever the urge should strike you. Whether you use your boat for leisure activities, fishing, or if it is an integral part of your…
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…
If you have a passion for boating, there are not many better places on Earth to explore than the waters of Canada. This beautiful, northern nation is home to hundreds of thousands of pristine lakes, as well as many winding rivers and thousands of miles of ocean coastline on both the Atlantic and Pacific. While…
Are you looking for a new hobby that allows you to enjoy the great Canadian outdoors? Maybe you have a passion for fishing or watersports and would like to spend more of your leisure time on those activities. When you own your own boat, you have the freedom to venture out onto the lake or…
Being a boat owner in Canada means assuming a fair amount of responsibility. For instance, you will need to ensure that your boat is always up-to-date on its maintenance and in good working order. This will help you avoid potentially dangerous situations, such as having your engine fail while you are out on the water.…
Do you own a boat in Canada and want to ensure your safety and the safety of others around you while you’re out on the water? If this is the case, obtaining your Transport Canada Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) is an essential step. Don’t worry; it won’t be difficult at all! This piece will…
To prove legal ownership of a boat has been legitimately transferred from the seller to the buyer, a Transport Canada Bill of Sale is mandatory. Even though not all vessels are required to have it, having it will make registration easier. It is always a good idea to have all of the essential paperwork in…