Boating safety resources

Resources for boaters available to download and print below.

Title File type and size Description Preview

Safe Boating Guide

PDF, 4.7 MB

Transport Canada publishes this resource to make sure that you know the regulations that apply to boating and that you learn more about safe and responsible boating practices.

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Private Buoys guide

PDF, 987 KB

This guide will help private buoy owners to understand and apply Canada’s laws and standards, and inform them of their responsibilities when placing a private buoy.

Preview: An owner's guide to private buoys

TP 14350 - Local Authorities' Guide - Vessel Operation Restriction Regulations

PDF, 608 KB

The Vessel Operation Restriction Regulations (VORR) allow any level of government to ask the federal government to restrict the use of either pleasure craft or commercial vessels on all bodies of water in Canada. This guide helps local authorities submit a formal submission to Transport Canada under these regulations.

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Sharing the waterways - Boating safety reminder for fishing vessel operators

PDF, 3.57 MB

Important reminders for fishing vessel operators.

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Sharing the waterways - Boating safety reminder for small commercial vessel operators

PDF, 2.33 MB

Important reminders for small commercial vessel operators.

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Sharing the waterways - Boating safety reminder for recreational boaters

PDF, 2.23 MB

Important reminders for recreational boaters.

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Rules of the road

PDF, 333 KB

A guide to remember the rules of the road.

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Lateral buoys and standard daybeacons

PDF, 274 KB

A guide to understand lateral buoys and standard daybeacons and their specifications and functions.

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Cardinal buoys and special buoys

PDF, 959 KB

A guide to understand cardinal buoys and special buoys and their specifications and functions.

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Approved lifejackets 

PDF, 2.3 MB

Remember to always wear an approved lifejacket on the water!

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Wear a lifejacket

PDF, 1.9 MB

Remember to always wear an approved lifejacket on the water!

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Impaired boating

PDF, 2.2 MB

Never boat impaired! It is for your safety, the safety of your passengers and everyone around you.

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Plan ahead

PDF, 2.1 MB

Plan ahead instructions.

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Canoe/Kayak 

PDF, 406 KB

Recommended safety briefing checklist from Transport Canada for canoes/kayaks.

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Houseboat/Cabin Boat

 

PDF, 864 KB

Recommended safety briefing checklist from Transport Canada for houseboats / cabin boats.

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Pontoon

 

PDF, 1.06 MB

Recommended safety briefing checklist from Transport Canada for pontoons.

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Personal Watercraft (PWC)

 

PDF, 518 KB

Recommended safety briefing checklist from Transport Canada for personal watercrafts.

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Sailing Dinghy (Non-motorized)

 

PDF, 625 KB

Recommended safety briefing checklist from Transport Canada for non-motorized sailing dinghies.

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Tiller-steered

 

PDF, 1.57 MB

Recommended safety briefing checklist from Transport Canada for tiller-steered vessels.

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Wheel-steered

 

PDF, 878 KB

Recommended safety briefing checklist from Transport Canada for wheel-steered vessels.

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