Introduction Buying a boat is an exciting experience, and selling one can be too. When you sell your boat to someone else, though, it’s important that the process is legal, simple, and transparent for both parties. There are many reasons for this—including avoiding identity theft or other scams and ensuring that your buyer has the…
Are you currently looking for a way to register a boat with Transport Canada? By now you are probably aware of some of the necessary steps and responsibilities regarding the registration of a vessel in Canada. But did you know that all this process also comes with certain benefits? A boat bill of sale from…
Those who work on the seas can be known for their superstitions. In some seafaring circles, it is considered bad luck to go about changing the name of a boat. Fortunately, for boat owners, such an omen is not exactly backed by science. There are many legitimate reasons you may wish to revisit the name…
While boating can unlock a true sense of freedom and unlimited hours of leisure, the cost for entry can be high. With this in mind, there is a robust secondary boat market in Canada, and many boaters opt to purchase previously owned vessels. While there can be great value found in a used boat, you…
Buying a boat can be a dream come true. Having the freedom to leave the dock at your leisure, with the wind in your face and your loved ones by your side, can provide endless hours of joy. For boat owners, there are not many destinations better than Ontario. Home to more than 250,000 freshwater…
Having your own boat can be a great way to escape the stresses of daily life. When you are out on your own vessel, feeling the sun on your skin, the worries of land can feel as though they are a million miles away. In order to maximize those feelings of relaxation, however, there are…
After a long, cold Canadian winter, summer is finally upon us. With the sunshine comes shortsleeves, trips to the cabin, and of course, getting the boat out on the lake. Before you leave the dock, however, there are likely some issues that will need to be addressed. You will want to ensure that all necessary…
Are you considering purchasing your very own boat? Perhaps you are making good on a dream you have had since childhood, finally taking to the waters in your very own vessel? If you have found yourself in such a fortunate position, you have probably begun to scour print and web listings for boats that are…
One of the great things about boating is that it can be a lifelong pastime. Individuals of all ages can enjoy taking their friends, family, and loved ones out on Canada’s bountiful waterways. As your life’s circumstances evolve, however, so too may your boating needs. Maybe you have had more children, and require a larger…
With summer quickly upon us, it is time to get your boat out on the water. Before you head out on the lake, though, you will want to make sure that your vessel is in good working order. That means checking the gas and oil, making sure your life jacket supply is adequate, and giving…