Any sailor worth their salt will warn you against changing the name of a boat. It is said to be bad luck by seafaring individuals, an affront to Poseidon, the God of the Sea. Of course, these are mere superstitions, and in truth, there are plenty of valid reasons to change the name of a…
Have you recently purchased a boat? If so, you have just unlocked a pathway to hours of joy and leisure to be enjoyed with your friends and family. Maybe it has been the culmination of a lifelong dream, or an impulse buys to shake up your recreational hobbies–regardless, boating is an activity that can be…
In Canada, summer is in full swing, and if you are a boat owner, you probably plan to spend most of your free time on the water. With the wind on your face and the sun shining, now is the time to form lasting memories with your family and friends. Of course, before you leave…
Boating is a wonderful leisure activity that everyone should be able to enjoy. In truth, though, boats are expensive to both buy and maintain. For this reason, it is not unusual for individuals to purchase previously owned boats. In Canada, there is a fairly robust secondhand boat market, and for savvy individuals, there are certainly…
As we enter the throes of summer, you are undoubtedly ready to get your boat out on the water. With the sun shining overhead, and the wind on your face, these months are the prime season for Canadian boaters. Before you take your Canada vessel out on the lake or river, though, you will want…
Are you thinking about buying a boat? If so, this is undoubtedly an exciting time for you and your family. You have probably budgeted and saved for this occasion, as boats can be prohibitively expensive. Fortunately, there are a number of deals to be had on used boats, which can be a smart maneuver for…
Keeping your boat’s documentation forms in good order is a necessary task. This allows you to ensure that your registrations and licenses are all current, and in turn, that your boat is operating in accordance with Canadian law. Sometimes, however, things can get misplaced. Even for the most organized boaters, a document can go missing…
If you are new to boating, you might find that you have much to learn about. Aside from the basics–knowing how to operate a boat, for starters–there are a number of other aspects to boat ownership that you would be wise to educate yourself on. For example, do you know how to complete basic maintenance…
Have you recently purchased your own boat? If so, you are likely eager to get out on the water and begin making memories with your friends and family. As you start making plans, packing your supplies, and hitching your boat to your trailer, it may be helpful to make sure that your paperwork is all…
Home to over 20% of the entire world’s water supply, there are not many destinations for boaters in the world like Ontario. Whether you are navigating for fun, sailing for a living, fishing for the sake of it or catching fish to sell them later, you will have to have your own boat. And if…