Canadian Boating License

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MyBoatCard.com® provides the fastest and most affordable way to obtain your Canadian Boating License (PCOC). The boating license never expires and is valid throughout Canada. Go boating today!

Smooth Sailing Starts with MyBoatCard.com®

MyBoatCard.com® is the fastest and most affordable provider to get your Canadian Boating License (Pleasure Caft Operator Card - PCOC) approved online. Their boater safety course has everything you need to pass the exam, and it is Transport Canada-approved. The boating license never expires and has validity throughout Canada.

The boating license never expires and has validity throughout Canada.

Boating Made Easy

Get Your Official Canadian Boating License:


Step 1

Study the free boating course at your own pace.


Step 2

The boating exam is open book. Retries are free and unlimited.


Step 3

You can print your Temp PCOC and go boating right away. MyBoatCard.com will ship your PCOC for free.

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Why MyBoatCard.com®

MyBoatCard.com® is Canada’s trusted provider for boating licenses and boating safety education. They have certified more than 2 million Canadians and provides you with the best value & experience.


Free Course

•  Free Boating Safety Course
•  Free Shipping + Handling
•  Free Exam Retries


Fast Shipping

•  Guarantee Fastest Shipping
•  Shipping license within 48 hours


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•  MyBoatCard.com is 100% Canadian Owned

FAQ

1. Do I need a boating license to drive a boat in Canada?

Anyone who operates a jet ski or a motorized recreational boat in Canada must legally show proof of competency regardless of age, vessel length, engine or horsepower.

The most common proof of competency in Canada is Pleasure Caft Operator Card (PCOC).

2. How to obtain Canadian Boating License?

You can get your Canadian Boating License in 3 easy steps:

  • Study the free boating course at your own pace. Your progress is tracked as you log in and out.
  • Take the Official Transport Canada boating exam online. The exam is open book and has free unlimited retries.
  • Print your temporary PCOC and go boating right away while MyBoatCard.com® mails your permanent PCOC within 48 hours.
3. Do non-residents need a boating licence in Canada?

Non-residents should provide proof of competency if they are to operate a registered motorized vessel in Canada or in Canadian waters for more than 44 consecutive days.

4. How much is a Canadian boating license?

It costs $39 CAD to obtain a Canadian boating license. This is a one-time fee that covers:

  • Boating safety course
  • Transport Canada PCOC Exam
  • Temporary boating license (PCOC)
  • Permanent boating license (PCOC)
  • Shipping and handling
5. How long does it take to get the boating license?

It roughly takes 3 to 5 hours to obtain your Canadian boating license. The online safety course a Transport Canada requirement of a minimum study time of 3 hours for the online safety course and a maximum of 1.5 hours for the online exam.

You can print a temporary PCOC after completion of your exam and your permanent PCOC will be shipped to your address within 48 hours.

6. What’s the fine for driving a boat without a license in Canada?

A minimum fine of $250 CAD for operating a recreational-powered watercraft in Canada without a license or other proof of competency.

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