COMMERCIAL USE Boat Registrations Transport Canada

Important Announcement: Due to the uncertainty in cross-border shipment regulations to the U.S., all duties on parcel shipments will temporarily be the responsibility of the receiver until further notice.

Small Commercial Vessels - Lake Winnipeg Fishing Skiff

New Fees as of April 1, 2024 : $110 - $190 (payable to Receiver General of Canada)

Complete and send in:
- Form 20—Application for the Registration, Transfer or Renewal of a Small Commercial Vessel
- Form 3—Statement of Qualification for Vessel Registration
- Proof of ownership of the vessel (title documents):
  - Refer to page 3, note 3 “Proof of ownership of a vessel,” of Form 20—Application for the Registration, Transfer or Renewal of a Small Commercial Vessel
  - If you can't produce any of the documents showing that you own the vessel, complete this Form 23 declaration form
  - If more than one owner fill out Form 14 Appointment of Authorized Representative
- If the vessel was built for you (the applicant): Form 2—Builder's Certificate for First Title in Canada
- Tonnage measurements for your vessel (Simplified Version)
- Full side view photo of your boat (1st time Registry)
Submit and pay

You can mail, fax or email your documents to:

Transport Canada
Vessel Registration (AMSED)
330 Sparks Street
Ottawa, ON K1A 0N8

Facsimile: 1-833-983-1377
Email: vr-ib@tc.gc.ca

Payment options

By phone
By cheque or money order, payable to “Receiver General for Canada”

We have staff that is available if you need assistance filling out your paperwork. For more detailed information, please visit Transport Canada's webpage.