On October 17, 2018, the Canadian Parliament passed Bill C-45, or more popularly known as the Cannabis Act. This legal action legalized and regulated the sale and consumption of cannabis in Canada. Since the first dispensaries began being active, people have been wondering about how this affects marine transport ,vessels and Canadian vessel documentation. In this…
Canadian yacht enthusiasts have a habit of buying vessels out of the country. This is because they’re either interested in US-made or other foreign boats, or are simply looking for a better price. While you might be getting what you want, do you know about the entire process of purchasing vessels from the US and other…
If you’ve dealt with Transport Canada is was probably to do something like register your vessel or file some sort of paperwork. Transport Canada is in charge or what goes on in Canadian waterways. They are responsible for keeping track of the thousands of vessels that are on the water on a daily basis. They…
If you have an avid boater in your family you might be in the market to get them a gift. It might be their birthday, an anniversary or maybe you’re just getting ready for next Christmas or Hanukkah. We here at National Vessel Registry Center Corp. love boats and love to see people enjoy being…
First things first, congrats on owning a boat and being a responsible boat owner! It’s always best to understand the legalities and requirements involved with owning your pleasure craft and looking up questions is one of the best ways to learn. One of the premier things to understand when learning about licence displays is that…
If you picturing yourself sailing through sunny coves and exploring the waters of tropical islands you might be interested in bareboat chartering. However, it’s not as easy as hopping on a sailboat and setting off. There are five essential things you must master before you take the plunge. The first of those five is the…
Yes, there is a difference! If you’ve got a boat from a dealership or from a previous owner there are rules and regulations you must follow. Following these regulations can get your out on the water sooner without any worries. These regulations cover both commercial and recreational and are set by Transport Canada. Transport Canada…
If you have been wondering what it takes to create a bill of sale you can find instructions here. A bill of sale is a document that is used in the transfers of sale from a boat owner to its new buyer. It is an important document that serves the purpose of providing proof of…
Whether you purchase a boat that is brand new or one that is previously owned and used, there are procedures you must follow to make sure the boat is legal to be in the water in British Columbia (BC). Canadian law dictates that you must either register the vessel with Transport Canada or file for…
Purchasing a vessel, either for your own uses or as part of your business, can be a substantial investment for you. You put a lot of hard work and money into obtaining a boat, and it is only natural that you would want to be able to use it as quickly as you can. Many…