On July 1, 2025, Minnesota implemented a mandatory boater education law. Permits (or boater safety certificates) will now be required for operators of motorized vessels based on their birth date. This new Minnesota boating law will be phased in over four years, taking full effect…
If you want to boat in Toronto, you're legally required to have a Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC), which you may also know as a "boating license." To get the PCOC, you'll need to complete a Transport Canada–approved boater safety education course through an accredited…
If you need to replace your PCOC (Pleasure Craft Operator Card), you can contact your original course provider or use an online replacement service. Provide the required information, pay a fee, and they'll send you a replacement card. There's also a lookup tool if you…
One of the most important things to do when boating in Alberta is to consider the licensing guidelines. You want to make sure you're using your boat responsibly, and that goes beyond just paying attention to where you're navigating and whether you have the proper safety…
To get a boating license in Saskatchewan, you'll need to complete an approved course for your Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC), which is essentially your Canadian boating license. Once you take the course, you'll need to pass the Transport Canada-approved test at the end. You…
