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Transport Canada Requirements

Under the Small Vessel Regulations and TP 1332, all motorised pleasure craft in Ontario must:

  • Hold a valid Pleasure Craft Licence (PCL) from Transport Canada
  • Display the PCL number on both sides of the bow
  • Use block letters minimum 76mm (3") tall
  • Use a contrasting colour to the hull
  • Ensure numbers are visible at 100 metres

Fines for missing or illegible boat numbers start at $250 and can include vessel seizure by Transport Canada enforcement officers.

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