If you’re thinking about purchasing a vessel across the border, you might be wondering about what the process to import a boat from USA will look like. Well, don’t worry, because we’ve gathered a few recommendations on what to do in such a situation. Import a Boat From USA Importing a boat can be a…
Properly documenting your vessel, like most bureaucratic processes, might seem complicated at first, but it doesn’t have to be. The thing that a lot of vessel owners get stuck on is the difference between license and registration. Which one should they get? What will the process look like for your particular vessel? Here’s a brief…
The ownership of a vessel always needs to be backed by its official documentation. Now, this means that should any changes in the ownership occur, you will need to submit the corresponding form to Transport Canada to make it official. When these changes pertain to switching, adding, or removing owners from the registration, you will…
One of the most common questions we receive from our users is whether or not they need to get a vessel licence in Canada. Now, those not in the know might think that it’s just like with cars: everyone needs a licence. However, that’s not the case at all. Unlike a car, a vessel needs…
You are probably well aware of the importance of having the Transport Canada registration of your vessel in order. However, how about consulting the registration and its associated information? Let’s take a closer look at the vessel registration query system. Vessel Registration Query System There are two ways to consult the Canadian register of vessels…
If you own a recreational vessel, then you’re probably aware that you will always need to have your boating license in order. This doesn’t just mean that you’ll need to have it be valid at all times, but you will also need to keep it on you while operating the vessel itself. Let’s take a…
We all know just how important it is to maintain your boat documentation in order. What happens if you misplace it, though? Let’s go over what you should you in case you lost boat ownership in Ontario. Keeping Your Registration in Order You went through all that trouble to get your registration in the first…
When it comes to making use of your vessel, it will be very important to make sure that your Transport Canada boat registration is always in order. Let’s take a closer look at how this all works. When to Register Your Vessel First of all, it’s important to remember that there are very specific guidelines…
A boat name is something that can be very personal. Maybe you want to name your vessel after someone you love or something that means a lot to you. Perhaps you just want to give it a name that makes you laugh, or something that will seem professional to your clients. Regardless of the intentions,…
If you own or are looking to own a pleasure craft, then you’re probably aware of the importance of licensing a boat in BC. This will, after all, provide you with a proof of ownership at an official capacity and a permit of sorts to operate without the need for registration. Keeping your license valid…