It is possible for people of any age and region to purchase and operate their very own boats, providing them with the independence to take their loved ones out on the water whenever they please. Naturally, as the course of your life unfolds, you may discover that the requirements you have for boating shift and…
There is a high chance that the process of filling out the paperwork in order to apply for a Transport Canada vessel registration, bare-boat charter documentation, a pleasure craft license, or any other type of license will not be exactly enjoyable. Do you want to work with a third-party organization but have concerns about your…
Even though the Transport Canada Boat Bill of Sale is not required for every type of vessel, it can make registration easier for all the parties involved, and it is never too late to learn how to write it and what it is for. Whether you are a new or old seller, this article will…
As a boat owner, it is entirely possible that your vessel’s needs will evolve over time. The boat you have today may not suit the needs of you and your family a year or two from now. One of the great things about boating, however, is that there are a nearly unlimited variety of boats…
Recent floods in British Columbia have caused quite a chaotic situation for thousands of people. While many civilians are using their vessels to help the community, Transport Canada has passed a ban on non-essential boats that creates even more annoyance to an already drastic scenario. The flood wreaked havoc all across the province as entire…
Due to the ongoing worldwide situation regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, Transport Canada has issued several guidelines to reduce the spread of the virus and keep Canadians as safe as possible. Now that recreational boating season is near, increases in pleasure boat traffic may heighten the risk of COVID-19 transmission. This may be an issue for…
From April 2021 up to April 2023, Transport Canada has set up many changes regarding regulations for maritime transport. As you maybe already know, many of them are still pending to be implemented, but will surely do in the following months. Be sure to keep yourself updated on any changes. Transport Canada has listed each…
Transport Canada requires users to register all pleasure crafts that are equipped with engines of 10 horsepower (7.5 kilowatts) or more. This registration is mandatory even for pleasure crafts. A pleasure craft license has a unique identification number, also known as “license number”. Once acquired, it needs to be displayed on the recreational vessel. There’s…
Regulation on maritime activities all along Canada is important to look after so as to improve safety and security. Transport Canada is the superior authority in the territory that keeps track of all the vessels registered within Canada as well as the information of their owners and the current status of their documentation. There are…
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…