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All operators of powered recreational watercraft used on Canadian waters must have proof of competency like the boating license. The boating license is mandatory, regardless of age, length of boat or engine horsepower.
Successfully completing our course means that you are certified in all the Canadian provinces and territories including: Ontario, Quebec, British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland, Nunavut, Yukon and Northwest Territories.
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Take advantage of our group discounts for family and friends. Register together and get a discount for the online boating course!
discount
on your boat insurance
Obtain your boating license through us and get up to 25% off the insurance premium for your recreational vessel for one year.
Our instructor will guide you throughout the course.
Easy to understand, so that your learning experience is more enjoyable.
You can either call us at 1-800-607-2329, or email us at info@aceboater.com to find if you got your card through our school (aceboater.com or Canadian Safe Boating School). If you are sure that we issued your card, just order your new Pleasure Craft Operator Card online.
You may use the guide as an aid while you study online.You may also consult it while taking the final test (open-book test).We strongly recommend that you purchase our printed version of our safe boating guide at the same time as the online course. We will mail it to you, shipping included. Order your printed study guide online.
There is no minimum age for taking the test to obtain the boating license (PCOC), but some restrictions may apply even if you have your PCOC:
Even a child who gets the card at age 10 is not required to retake the course at age 16. The card is good for life.
Because:
You have free access to our online study guide review. Go to Aceboater.com at anytime to refresh your memory.
Yes, you must have proof of competency, including the boating card, if you operate a boat fitted with an electric motor.
Yes, the same card is issued for all the provinces and territories in Canada. Whether you're boating in Ontario, Quebec, British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick,PEI, Newfoundland, Nunavut, Yukon and Northwest Territories, the card is legal across the country.
You can print your temporary card online as soon as you pass the boating test. We will mail your Pleasure Craft Operator Card within a month.
The Pleasure Craft Operator Card is good for life, anywhere in Canada.