So, when it comes to importing a boat, there will always be work involved. Here in Canada, it’s particularly common to import a boat from the USA since it’s just across the border. This process will have a few different stages that should be sure to follow for a smooth process. Import a Boat From…
It’s key that boat owners keep in mind that they need to have their registration in order whenever they are making use of their boats, particularly if they are being used for commercial purposes. If you have any questions about how you can get your Transport Canada vessel registration, allow us to guide you through…
Boating can take you millions of miles away from your house or daily routine. While you’re one on the water, you can just play by your rules. For others, boating is a way for them to get away from the problems they have at home or in the office. They can just leave their stress…
Do you want to spend more time with your family or friends? Or do you wish to have more time outdoors and be active? If you do, then you might want to go boating. With the popularity of boating activities, it’s now easier to shop for a boat through a local boat show. Throughout the…
Not everyone has the good fortune to find the boat of their dreams in their own backyard. It is common for Canadians to purchase boats that were made and registered in the United States or other parts of the globe. If importing a boat from the USA is something you decide to do, it is…
To ensure that your boat or yacht is documented properly and legally, you need to submit all documents to the proper authorities. But submission to the National Vessel Registry is not as easy as you think it is. Several types of documentation must be provided, so your boat will be properly licensed and insured. You…
Canadian Vessel Registry Center makes Form 1 – Application for Registry easy. Our simple-to-use online portal allows you to submit your documentation in a painless, accurate manner. Whether you’re applying for first-time registration or seeking renewal, the Canadian Vessel Registry can help get you there. Take a moment to explore our website and see what…
In the event that your monohull vessel is no more than 15 meters in Tonnage Measurement Length (TML), and does not carry more than a single tier of deckhouses and/or superstructures whose combined length does not exceed 70% of the TML, you can use a Form 4A – Simplified Method of Tonnage Measurement. Qualifying in…
Every boat needs to get its proper paperwork done to legally operate in Canada. Depending on its measures, you might need to register it in the Canadian Vessel Registry. However, not all boats fit in that specific registry. That’s why it’s important you learn the requirements that Transport Canada asks for to apply promptly. All…
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…