While you are out on the waters, peacefully sailing on your vessel, you notice that another boat is heading in your direction. As you stare into the flashing lights, you quickly come to the conclusion that you are being pulled over by the police. The police are a common sight on the roads, but it…
When you own your own boat, you are, in some ways, the master of your own destiny. At just a moment’s notice, you have the freedom to venture down to the marina, load up your boat, and head out to sea for hours on end. For many, the sense of liberation that comes with boat…
If you are a boat owner in Canada, you must be aware that registering your boat in Ontario comes with several vital advantages. Vessel registration serves as evidence of ownership and is needed by law. This is perhaps the most significant aspect of registration. Other benefits include a more straightforward identification process in the event…
If you are the owner of a boat in Canada, several essential steps must be taken to guarantee that your vessel is registered and under the law. In this piece, we will provide an introduction to Canada’s Small Vessel Registration program and describe the steps that need to be taken to get your boat registered.…
As a Canadian boat owner, you must be knowledgeable about the requirements for small vessel registration and compliance. To fulfill all of the duties that come with boat ownership, the knowledge you need to learn about these issues will be provided in this article. You will be able to defend yourself and your boat against…
Have you been wondering whether or not you need to have a Certificate of Registry for your Canadian vessel? Did you read that some vessels have licenses and some have registration and you aren’t sure which is right for your vessel? The truth is that, yes, some vessels need to have such a certificate. But,…
Owning your own boat is one life’s great pleasures. Having the freedom to escape the daily rat race and venture out onto the lake whenever you want is a privilege worth preserving. Since you value this pastime and cherish the memories made with loved ones on your boat, it may be worth considering vessel registration.…
When you first decided to purchase a boat, you probably envisioned yourself out on the open water, the wind in your hair, and not a care in the world. You may not have realized just how much paperwork would need to be completed before you left the shore. Still, having the correct and current documentation…
There are few things in life that are more exhilarating than cruising the open water in your own boat. If you have been lucky enough to recently purchase a vessel of your own, there are a few paperwork matters that you will want to resolve before leaving the dock. In Canada, you may be required…
Buying a boat to sail across some of North America’s most wonderful lakes and rivers is a unique experience. But what documentation do you need? Vessel registration may be mandatory depending on the use you have planned for your ship. Knowing what kind of paperwork you need to operate your boat is a must to…