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Get the entire crew ready for summer. For a limited time, SAVE 30% on the Official Transport Canada Approved Boating Safety Course, Test & License. Start the course now, be ready for summer. Unlimited test retries included & good for life.
All motorized boat operators in Canada must have proof of competency, such as a Pleasure Craft Operator Card, (more commonly known as a boating license) regardless of age, length of boat or engine horsepower, other than in waters of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut. Operating without proof of competency can result in a $250.00 fine. If your boat is equipped with a motor, even those smaller than 10hp or an electronic trolling motor, you need the card.
We’ve been making smart boaters for more than 17 years and are proud to have certified more than 650,000 Canadians for their boating license.
BOATsmart! is accredited by Transport Canada to certify boaters for their Official Pleasure Craft Operator Card. The BOATsmart! Card is good for life and valid in all Canadian provinces and territories including Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland & Labrador, Nunavut, Northwest Territories and the Yukon.
BOATsmart! is also accredited and recognized by NASBLA and the US Coast Guard. Your BOATsmart! Card is valid in all US states.
Canada’s boating laws are governed federally by the Canada Shipping Act, 2001 as well as provincial laws, rules and regulations. Laws include the requirement for boaters to obtain their Pleasure Craft Operator Card as well as age and horsepower restrictions, equirements for boating safety equipment, impaired boating, vessel licensing and more. Find boating laws, rules and regulations in your province:
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BOATsmart! has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 8109 ratings and reviews.
4
Takes too long to watch the videos
Cameron L Posted
17 hours ago
5
Very thorough! Easy to follow, occasionally it will freeze on a lesson but a simple refresh resolves that.
Dwayne F Posted
3 days ago
4
Overall a solid course with good content. I have a couple of reasons why I am only giving you 4 stars:
The application does not provide the list of questions missed in each quiz. This would be helpful.
The text of the content can't be selected. This makes taking notes tedious.
Lance M Posted
1 week ago
5
Very easy experience, learned the most important things I needed to learn the videos were very helpful and would recommend adding more videos.
Reese R Posted
1 week ago
4
I found the study timer on each unit to be a bit lengthy. Otherwise I would have given it a five star rating.
Lee B Posted
2 weeks ago
4
Too long
Michelle A Posted
2 weeks ago
5
Love this course
Lavi S Posted
2 weeks ago
4
On the quizzes, it would be nice to know what you got wrong so you could go back and learn more about it. It also takes a long time. There's a lot to learn. I did really like the option to listen to it opposed to having to read it all. The fact you can't zoom in on the pictures was quite frustrating. I did like that it saved your progress. Overall, pretty good I think.
Ashley I Posted
3 weeks ago
4
The course had great information. There were quite a few errors in the content: audio not including all in-page content, duplicate content, and the page timer being way longer than it took to listen to or read the content so I ended up just sitting there waiting for probably 25% of the class.
Our animated and narrated Boating Safety Course is perfect for all ages. Study from your Smartphone, Tablet or Desktop and switch between devices at any time. BOATsmart! automatically tracks your progress so you can study at your own pace.
Purchase more than one boating course, test and license and save up to 35%. Perfect for family, friends and workmates, we include everything your crew needs to get their Official Pleasure Craft Operator Card.
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Canada’s Best Boating Safety Course The BOATsmart!® Course is 100% narrated, brilliantly illustrated and includes animated lessons that keep it fun and help you retain the knowledge you need to boat safely. The course includes everything you need to pass the test and obtain your official Pleasure Craft Operator Card.
If you operate a motorized boat in Canada, you must have proof of competency, such as a Pleasure Craft Operator Card, (PCOC or Boating License) regardless of age, length of boat, or engine horsepower, other than in waters of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut. Operating without proof of competency can result in a minimum $250.00 fine. Once obtained from BOATsmart!®, your PCOC is good for life.
What happens if I don't pass?
You can retry your official boating test once every 24 hours. If you fail the test more than once, Transport Canada requires that you retake the online boating course. Your one-time fee includes unlimited retries and unlimited access to the online boating course.
Is a boating license the same as a Pleasure Craft Operator Card?
All motorized boat operators in Canada are required to obtain and carry a Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC). Many boaters commonly refer to the PCOC as a boating license, boat license or boat card.
How long is my boating License good for?
The Pleasure Craft Operator Card is good for life, no renewal is required.
How old do I have to be to get a boating license?
There is no minimum age to take the online boating course. Boaters of all ages are required to obtain and carry a Pleasure Craft Operator Card when operating a motorized boat. Once obtained, your boating license is good for life.
Is the card valid in all provinces?
When you obtain your Pleasure Craft Operator Card from BOATsmart!® it’s valid in all provinces and territories.
How do I get a boating license?
You can get your boating license in 3 easy steps. First, study and pass the official Transport Canada Boating Safety Course online. Then take the 50 questions multiple choice exam. Once passed, print a temporary card immediately and receive your PCOC by mail within 4 weeks.
What's included in the boating course?
The boating course includes all of the knowledge you need to prepare for the test and obtain your Pleasure Craft Operator Card. The course includes boating basics and terminology, rules & regulations, safety equipment, safe boat operation, navigation and right-of-way rules, marker buoys and emergency preparedness.
How hard is the test?
The online boating test is open book and consists of 50 multiple choice questions. You’ll need at least 75% (38 out of 50) to pass. Everything you need to pass is covered in the BOATsmart!® Course.
Who is BOATsmart!?
BOATsmart!® is Canada's Boating Educator and a Transport Canada Accredited Course Provider. Since 2003, we've educated and certified more than 650,000 Canadian boaters.
How do I replace my lost boating license?
BOATsmart!® issues replacement boating licenses in Canada. Call toll free 1-877-792-3926 or replace your boating license online. You can print a valid temporary card immediately and your replacement card will arrive by mail within 4 weeks.
Can I get an insurance discount with my boating license?
If you obtain your pleasure craft operator card from BOATsmart!® you are eligible for 25% off your annual policy premium, an exclusive benefit offered through BOATsmart! Assure™.
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