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Publications and Videos

TP 14477 - Boom! Up She Went Video  

Safe Boating Guide

  • Information on current regulations governing recreational boating

Sea-Kayaking Safety Guide

  • Information on current regulations governing Sea-Kayaking

The Local Authorities' Guide to Boating Restriction Regulations

  • Understanding the process of applying for a restriction

The Boating Restriction Regulations - A Boater's Guide to Signage

  • Provides descriptions and examples of signs

Executive Summary - Applying for a Boating Restriction new icon

Personal Watercraft (PWC) Pamphlet

  • Useful information for users of PWCs

The Essential on Pyrotechnic Signals

  • Guide on the safety measures to follow when handling pyrotechnic signals

Vessel Maintenance Guide

  • Helpful service recommendations as well as trouble shooting tips

Survival in Cold Waters (2003) - TP 13822

  • Detailed information on cold shock, swimming failure and hypothermia

Protecting the Marine Environment - A Boater's Guide

  • Enjoy the marine environment and preserve Canada's unique coastal heritage

Registration Guide - How to Register a Ship or Boat In Canada - TP 13414

  • Basic information about registering a vessel or a mortgage in Canada according to the Canada Shipping Act

Construction Standards for Small Vessels - TP 1332

  • All small vessels must be built according to this Standard

 


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