The rules have changed. If you’re going to operate a boat with a motor, you’ve got to get the card.
Earn the Canadian Coast Guard Pleasure Craft Operator card. Take the B.O.A.T. course....or take the BOAT Study Guide home and take the test when you’re ready.
MANDATORY BOATER EDUCATION
| Age | Craft | Need the card | ||||
| Born after April 1, 1983 | any powered boat | Now | ||||
| Any age | any powered boat under 4m | Now | ||||
| Any age | any powered boat | Sept. 15, 2009 | ||||
How to Get Carded
The Canadian Coast Guard Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCO card) is earned by scoring 75% on a test of boating safety knowledge. This lifetime certification must be on board by operators of all pleasure crafts powered by a motor.
Why?
The fine for operating a powered boat without a Pleasure Craft Operator Card, when required is $200.00
DON’T DELAY...GET CARDED!
Boat Operated Accredited Training
Full course (recommended for youth)
8 - 10 hours
July 22, 23, 24 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Cost: $60.00 + GST = $64.80
Condensed Course (recommended for adults)
4 . 5 hours
July 15 5:30 - 10:00 pm
Cost: $40.00 + GST = $42.80
Exam Only (recommended for experienced boaters who study well on their own)
Phone the complex to set up a time.
Cost: $30.00 + GST = $32.10
The BOAT study guide is supplied with all of the above options.