Boating Licence (PCOC)

Prerequisite: None

All operators of motorized pleasure craft are required to show proof of operator competency. All you need to know for the Transport Canada test is presented in an easy to read format that is both informative and entertaining. You can be confident that this study guide meets all the standards established by Transport Canada’s Office of Boating Safety. As an extra benefit, if you pass the test offered by CanBoat / Nauti Savoir (Canadian Power & Sail Squadrons), your Card is recognized by BOTH Transport Canada and The National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (USA).

 

Who needs a Pleasure Craft Operator Card?

All boats with engines

Regardless of boat length or engine horsepower, all motorized boat operators in Canada are required by law to have a boating license (PCOC).

Boat operators of all ages

All motorized boat operators in Canada, regardless of age are required by law to have a Pleasure Craft Operator Card.

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