Frequently Asked Questions
Rules & Regulations
- Why do boaters now need to have a Pleasure Craft Operator Card?
- Who needs the Pleasure Craft Operator Card and when?
- What is the difference between a Pleasure Craft Operator Card and a Pleasure Craft Licence?
- Do I need a driver's licence to operate a watercraft?
- What is the fine for operating without your card?
- What are some of the common boating offences and associated fines? (not including administrative charges)
- Is there an age exemption clause?
- Is there a grandfather clause?
- I have a sailboat. Do I need an Operator Card?
- Do Aboriginals need to have a Pleasure Craft Operator Card?
- I operate a boat for work purposes. Do I need the Card?
- What if I have already taken a boating course?
- What if I don’t live in Canada, but boat there?
- What about horsepower restriction for children?
- What if I rent a powerboat or PWC?
Internet Exam
- Is the Internet Exam recognized by Transport Canada?
- Where can I take the online test?
- How does one go about getting their Card online?
- What is a supervisor and why do I need one?
- Who can be a supervisor?
- How much does the boater exam cost?
- How do I pay for the exam?
- What is a Pre Paid Access Code?
- How many questions are on the exam?
- Is the exam timed?
- What is the passing grade?
- What happens if I fail the exam?
- What are the technical requirements?
While the dictionary defines "Vessel" as a craft, Transport Canada wants us to clarify what is meant by this word. We mean small vessel, water craft used for pleasure, personal watercraft, ark, powered gondola or powered kayak, sailboat with power, argosy, motorboat, skiff - or we could just say - boat.
