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BC Boating License
Whether you're planning to boat on one of the BC's lakes or take to the ocean off of the coast, British Columbia boaters are required to carry a Pleasure Craft Operator Card*, commonly known as a boating license.
The boat license is required in British Columbia when operating motorized vessels - regardless of age, size of boat or engine horsepower. It's the law. British Columbia boat operators caught without a boating license face a minimum $250 fine.
Need to get certified? The official Transport Canada boat license exam is available online. British Columbia boaters who take the boating license exam online can complete the official safe boating course and open book exam from the comfort of home, and no supervisor is required.
Need your boating license today? Upon successful completion of the exam, boaters can print a temporary card immediately and the permanent Pleasure Craft Operator Card is mailed within 4-6 weeks. Once obtained, your boat Card is good for life and valid in all Canadian provinces.
Get your Boating License before you go boating in BC!
Boating in BC
British Columbia has some of the most beautiful and diverse boating regions in Canada. Imagine boating along the coast in the Pacific Ocean or on one of the in-land lakes with the Rocky Mountains in the background.
*Pleasure Craft Operator Card or proof of competency
Online Boat License
Open book exam, take from the comfort of home with no supervisor required!
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BC Boating License
It's The Law! Avoid the $250 fine, get your boating license today!
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Boating in BC
There are thousands of lakes and rivers to go boating or fishing in British Columbia.
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