T&T: All CANADIAN operators of motorized pleasure craft in Canada to

[Bucks2 at aol.com]

Recently someone posted that "All operators of motorized  pleasure craft in 
Canada to
have their proof of competency by  September 15, 2009" Checking the Canadian 
regulations shows that  nothing has changed for most boaters. The value of the 
Dollar is the big  obstacle to visiting Canada. The quote below clears up any 
 misunderstanding. 
_http://www.tc.gc.ca/boatingsafety/oc-faq.htm#20_ 
(http://www.tc.gc.ca/boatingsafety/oc-faq.htm#20)  
Do the Competency of Operators of Pleasure Craft Regulations apply to  
non-residents? _^_ 
(http://www.tc.gc.ca/boatingsafety/oc-faq.htm#Operator-Competency)  
The Regulations apply to non-residents if:  
    *   They operate their pleasure craft in Canadian waters for more than 45 
 consecutive days or,  
    *   They operate a pleasure craft that is licensed or registered in 
Canada  (including rented or chartered boats). 
The Regulations do not apply to non-residents who operate their  pleasure 
craft (licensed in a country other than Canada) in Canadian waters for  less than 
45 consecutive days. Please note that a proof of residence will be  required 
on board at all times. 
If you require more information on how Canadian requirements apply to  
non-residents visit the Requirements for _Foreign Recreational  Boaters In Canadian 
Waters_ (http://www.tc.gc.ca/BoatingSafety/facts/foreign.htm) .


Ken Buck



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