Pleasure Craft Operator Card

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The Competency of Operators of Pleasure Craft Regulations require operators of pleasure craft, in Canada, fitted with a motor and used for recreational purposes to have proof of competency on board at all times. These requirements are being phased in over ten years.

Proof of competency can take 1 of 3 forms:

  • proof of having successfully completed a boating safety course in Canada prior to April 1, 1999;
  • a pleasure craft operator card issued following the successful completion of a Canadian Coast Guard accredited test;
  • a completed rental-boat safety checklist (for power-driven rental boats).

The operator card is good-for-life. Boaters can obtain their card after receiving a mark of at least 75% on a Canadian Coast Guard accredited test. Boaters have the option of taking this test without first completing a course.

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