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No. You don't need a boating license to operate a watercycle in Canada. The Competency of Operators of Pleasure Craft Regulations only apply to pleasure craft fitted with a motor.

A pedalo or watercycle is a human-powered watercraft propelled by the action of pedals turning a paddle wheel. 

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