Transport Canada Changes: April 15, 2011

Important Changes To The Pleasure Craft Operator Card Exam: Effective April 15, 2011

Beginning on April 15, 2011 Transport Canada implemented changes to the Pleasure Craft Operator Card exam. BOATsmart! supports Transport Canada’s move to this new learning focused approach, ensuring that boaters are better prepared to enjoy Canada’s waterways safely.

Online Exam
Starting April 15, 2011 boaters will be required to complete a 3 hour Online Study Guide, successfully passing progress questions for each learning module before proceeding to the final exam. The final exam has increased from 36 to 50 questions, and boaters will be required to have a more comprehensive knowledge of boating skills. Online exams no longer have to be supervised and can be completed from any internet connection including the candidate’s private residence.

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In Person Exam
Boaters are be able to complete the exam in-person. Beginning April 15, 2011 the in-person exam increased from 36 to 50 questions. Boaters are encouraged to prepare in advance by purchasing a BOATsmart! Home Study Guide in printed or interactive CD-ROM format at participating Canadian Tire stores. The official in-person exam is available at BOATsmart! Exam Centres, participating Canadian Tire stores and BOATsmart! Safe Boating Team events in communities across Canada. Find an exam centre near you >>

Classroom Courses
With the increase from 36 to 50 questions, boaters can benefit from taking the BOATsmart! Classroom Course. Combining 3 hours of instruction with the official Pleasure Craft Operator Card exam, courses are available to boaters across Canada. Learn more >>

• If you completed your exam prior to April 15, 2011 your BOATsmart! Card is valid for life. You are NOT required to retake the new 50 question exam.