The law requiring boat operators to carry a Pleasure Craft Operator Card (or proof of competency) is enforced by peace officers including RCMP, OPP, SQ and Conservation Officers (depending on province...

All operators of power driven pleasure craft (including Personal Watercraft and motorized sailboats) used for recreational purposes within Canada are now required to carry proof of competency. The fol...

Yes. All BOATsmart! course materials, training programs, and exams have been officially accredited by Transport Canada in English and French.

Yes. BOATsmart! is an official Transport Canada Accredited Pleasure Craft Operator Card provider. BOATsmart! is accredited by Transport Canada to deliver boating safety courses and administer tests fo...

Great question. We know boating is your passion, so we think you deserve more than just an exam for boaters. Only BOATsmart! offers the boating license exam plus discounts on recreational boat insuran...

The Pleasure Craft Operator Card is required for motorized boat operators of all ages in every Canadian province. The official BOATsmart! Pleasure Craft Operator Card is accepted in all provinces.

Yes! You did all of that studying so we think you deserve it! Your BOATsmart! Operator Card will never expire and is good for life. However, it’s still a great idea to brush up on your knowledge...

First off, if you don’t happen to pass, don’t sweat it! We want you to be confident when you’re out on the water. So your one-time fee includes unlimited free boating test retries an...

If you operate a motorized boat in Canada, you need a Pleasure Craft Operator Card*. The federal law applies to all ages, all boat lengths and all engine sizes – even electric trolling motors and sa...

Well first off, we’ll help you progress through the Canadian boating course, and you’ll learn everything you need to pass and obtain your operator card. So it isn’t that hard, since ...