Boating safety resources

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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’s Safe Boating Guide provides the information and resources you need to learn about safe and responsible boating practices.

Preview: Safe Boating Guide

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

Information on Vessel Operation Restriction Regulations, including how to apply for them.

Preview: Local Authorities' Guide - Vessel Operation Restriction Regulations

Sharing the waterways - Boating safety reminder for fishing vessel operators

PDF, 3.57 MB

Important reminders for fishing vessel operators.

Preview: Sharing the Waterways - Boating Safety Reminder for Fishing Vessel Operators

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

PDF, 2.33 MB

Important reminders for small commercial vessel operators.

Preview: Sharing the Waterways - Boating Safety Reminder for Small Commercial Vessel Operators

Sharing the waterways - Boating safety reminder for recreational boaters

PDF, 2.23 MB

Important reminders for recreational boaters.

Preview: Sharing the Waterways - Boating Safety Reminder for Recreational Boaters

Rules of the road

PDF, 333 KB

Rules for operating your boat near other watercrafts.

Preview: Rules of the road

Lateral buoys and standard daybeacons

PDF, 274 KB

A guide to understand lateral buoys and standard day beacons 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

Rental boat safety poster:
Remember to always wear an approved lifejacket on the water.

Preview: Approved lifejackets

Wear a lifejacket

PDF, 1.9 MB

Rental boat safety poster: 
Remember to always wear an approved lifejacket on the water.

Preview: Wear a lifejacket

Impaired boating

PDF, 2.2 MB

Rental boat safety poster: 
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

Important steps to take when preparing for your next boating trip.

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Canoe/Kayak 

PDF, 406 KB

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

Preview: Canoe/Kayak

Houseboat/Cabin Boat

 

PDF, 864 KB

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

Preview: Houseboat/Cabin Boat

Pontoon

 

PDF, 1.06 MB

Recommended safety briefing checklist from Transport Canada for pontoons.

Preview: Pontoon

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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Lifejackets save lives

 

Youtube (1:00 minute)

Learn about the difference wearing a lifejacket can make. 

Lifejackets save lives. Wear yours.

Faces of TC: Meet Roch Anctil

 

Youtube (1:58 minutes)

Meet Roch Anctil and learn about life as a Boating Safety Officer.

Children’s lifejackets

 

Youtube (1:45 minutes)

How to choose the right lifejacket for your child.

Is my boat a pleasure craft or non-pleasure craft?

 

PDF, 618 KB

A guide on how to determine whether your boat is a pleasure craft or non-pleasure craft.

Is my boat a pleasure craft or non-pleasure craft?