2023-May-26
Have Your Say on Proposed Changes to Pleasure Craft Licences
Transport Canada invites you to have your say on the proposed changes to Small Vessel Regulations regarding Pleasure Craft Licenses (PCL). A PCL is a document issued by Transport Canada which contains a unique number used to trace a vessel to its owner. This number (displayed on the front of your boat) allows police and search and rescue personnel to access important information in an emergency and also supports accountability and compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
This affects us all as the PCL is required for all vessels with 10 or more horsepower. The proposed changes have been published in Canada Gazette 1 and include:
- the establishment of a 5 year validity period (currently 10 year)
- licence holders will be required to notify transport Canada of any changes within 30 days
- new owner will be required to transfer pleasure craft license upon purchase
- licences will be required for wind-powered vessels over 6 metres
- the Minister will be able to cancel licences for non-compliance
- a fee of $24 will be introduced for initial (new) licences, renewal, transfer or replacement licences
This is your last chance to comment on the proposed changes and you have until July 12, 2023 to comment.
Submit your comments here.
