Transport Canada requires you to complete the full 3 hour online study guide in order to access the online version of the Pleasure Craft Operator Card test . However, you don’t have to complete ...
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What score do I need to pass?
You’ll need to answer at least 38 questions correctly (75%) in order to pass the test and obtain your Operator Card.
How many safe boating questions are on the test?
The official Transport Canada test consists of 50 multiple questions. You have a maximum of 1 hour and 15 minutes to complete the test.
Where can I take the BOATsmart!® Exam?
You can take the official Transport Canada accredited exam on this web site . Click here to access the boating license exam. Boaters can also attempt the exam at one of BOATsmart!®’s Certified ...
How much is the BOATsmart!® Online Exam?
BOATsmart!® charges a standard fee of $49.95 + GST for the exam. The cost includes a Temporary Operator Card Slip (issued immediately following your exam) and mailing of your permanent Pleasure Craft...
Do visitors from foreign countries need to obtain a Pleasure Craft Operator Card?
Non-residents operating their pleasure craft in Canadian waters for more than 45 consecutive days are required to obtain a Pleasure Craft Operator Card, commonly known as a boating license. An operato...
I’ve already completed a boating safety course. Is it recognized?
Certificates for recognized boating safety courses completed before April 1, 1999 may exempt you from taking the test. If you’ve already taken a course prior to these regulations – and hav...
How do I get my Pleasure Craft Operator Card?
You can obtain your Pleasure Craft Operator Card by passing the 50 question multiple choice exam offered by BOATsmart!. You must achieve a score of at least 75% to pass the exam and obtain your Operat...
If the Operator Card isn’t a boating license, can it be revoked or suspended?
A “license” can be revoked, suspended and typically has an expiry date. However, a Pleasure Craft Operator Card cannot be revoked or suspended and once obtained, the card is good for life.
Is the Pleasure Craft Operator Card a boating license?
Although it’s commonly referred to as a boating license, the Operator Card is actually a “Competency Card”. By successfully passing the BOATsmart! Exam and obtaining your Operator Ca...