Frequently Asked Questions

You cannot operate a boat that is powered by an engine unless you are in possession of proof of operator competency.

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There are several ways to attain a Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC). You must pass a Transport Canada Boating Safety Test in order to receive a PCOC. This can only be done through a Transport Canada accredited course provider. Once you feel ready to take the Transport Canada Boating Safety Test, contact an accredited course provider. In order to prepare for the Transport Canada Boating Safety Test you must be familiar with a series of established knowledge statements. You can attend a study course from an accredited course provider, self-study and challenge the Transport Canada Boating Safety Test. The simplest method is to enroll in a CanadaBoatSafety.com online course and take the Transport Canada Boating Safety Test from the comfort of your home or office.

The fastest means is by taking this online course. The course chapters and modules are timed to provide minimum time to review and gain an understanding of all required knowledge statements. The minimum time to complete the online course and chapter quizzes is 3-hours.

After completion of the course and quizzes, access will be granted to the Transport Canada Boating Safety Test. Once you pass, you will be able to print a temporary PCOC immediately from your computer.

You may use the temporary license card until you receive your permanent boating card in the mail in a few weeks.

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It is highly recommended that you purchase additional cards in case one gets lost or damaged. If you lose your card you can contact CanadaBoatSafety.com and purchase replacements. If you forget who provided your card, Transport Canada will have your information on record for replacement information.

This process can be completed entirely on your own. There is no need to find a supervisor or course proctor for the online process.

The online test process must be accessed through an accredited course provider such as CanadaBoatSafety.com. CanadaBoatSafety.com's accredited course is delivered through our CanadaBoatSafety.com website.

Once the online study program has been successfully completed, you will be provided with access to the Transport Canada Boating Safety Test site. You must attain a minimum of 75% correct answers to the 50 test questions.

If unsuccessful, you can attempt the test again 24 hours later at no additional charge. If you are unsuccessful a second time, you will be required to repeat the online study course and quizzes again at no additional charge.

You may also challenge the test in person at several Manitoba locations. Check the website, send an email or call CanadaBoatSafety.com for information or to attend one of the classroom study courses.

CanadaBoatSafety.com uses the most up-to-date security practices. Your credit card information is encrypted and secure. Personal information is kept under the strictest confidentiality policy and only shared with Transport Canada database for PCOC purposes. Your personal information or email address will not be sold or shared with anyone, ever.

CanadaBoatSafety.com is a 100% Canadian company employing Canadians and investing in Canada. We operate out of Ontario and are dedicated to an online educational experience that is convenient, safe and affordable.

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