As a boat owner in Canada, you must have a solid understanding of Transport Canada’s function in relation to your vessel. Transport Canada’s responsibility is to ensure that all boats in Canada are operated safely and in accordance with the applicable federal legislation. This encompasses anything from checking boats to ensuring they comply with regulations before…
Buying or selling a boat can be a lengthy and complicated process. If you’re thinking about upgrading to a nicer vessel, you might have several questions regarding the process of selling your current boat. In this event, you will want to know how to write a bill of sale for a boat in Canada. By…
For boat owners, Canada can be an absolute paradise. With so much untouched land and an endless bounty of lakes and waterways, there is not much more than an avid outdoors enthusiast could ask for. If you have had the opportunity to explore Canada’s pristine waterways, you likely recognize the importance of preserving the environment…
You probably know by now that registering a vessel with Transport Canada is a crucial part of being a responsible vessel owner. Regrettably, keeping a ship in top shape over time requires a lot of extra work. However, there are many reasons why it’s important to have your boat information registered and up-to-date. After all,…
Whether it’s for leisure or business, owning a boat in Canada is always a fantastic option. A trip on a Canadian boat during the country’s spectacular seasons is one of life’s greatest pleasures. One cannot, however, acquire a boat without first being familiar with certain regulations. A boater should make all the required documentation is…
If you own a commercial boat here in Ontario, you are well aware of the registration process. After all, you surely had to go through it after you purchased your vessel. Now, what happens if you are parting ways with your boat? How do you address changes that need to be done to the ownership…
Owning a boat is the culmination of a lifelong dream for many. It’s understandable–the freedom one can enjoy with your own vessel is nearly unparalleled. Before you take it to the seas with your friends and family, however, there is a bit of paperwork that you will need to get acquainted with. If you are…
Boating on the open water, in many ways, shares some commonalities with driving on the open road. There is a degree of freedom that comes from cruising out on the waves or the highway, your friends and loved ones by your side, going wherever the journey may take you. But just like driving is a…
The National Vessel Registry processes forms through Transport Canada to simplify the registration or licensing process for pleasure craft and commercial boat owners. The agency is Canada’s go-to resource for anything related to marine transport and all other matters of transportation. Getting familiar with the Transport Canada site is helpful if you want to learn…
While Transport Canada serves as the hub for Canadian boat registration, you can still go through a platform, such as our site, the Canadian Vessel Registry, to get the job done. You can register your boat quickly and dependably using our website. So, what is involved in a boat registration when you visit our site?…