Canada’s
Official Boating License
Transport Canada Approved Course, Test & License
Transport Canada Approved
Course, Test & License

Free Retries Included $49.95

Valid in all Provinces

Transport Canada
Marine Safety & Security
330 Sparks Street
Ottawa, ON K1A 0N8

831,162 Certified

Canada’s Boating Educator
Unlimited Test Retries
Certified For Life

831,162 Certified

Canada’s Boating Educator
Unlimited Test Retries
Certified For Life

3 easy steps to get your boating license TODAY

BOATsmart! is the easiest and fastest way to get your Official Transport Canada Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC or Boating License). We include everything you need!

1. Take the New Course

Study up with our brand new Canadian Boating Safety Course. Animated and narrated lessons put you in the captain’s seat. Anywhere, on any device and perfect for all ages.

2. Ace the test

It’s easy. Our Transport Canada multiple-choice exam is open book with unlimited free retries. Basically, you’re guaranteed to pass and it’s good for life!

3. Get your Boating License

Print your temporary Pleasure Craft Operator Card immediately and we’ll see you on the water. Your permanent card will arrive by mail – but that’s not important, you’ll be out on the boat!

Who needs a
boating license?

 Listen up! In Canada, all operators of motorized boats are required to obtain and carry a Pleasure Craft Operator Card (or Boating License) regardless of age, length of both or engine horsepower. There’s a $250 fine for boating without it.

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Approved,
Accredited
& awesome

We've been making smart boaters for more than 15 years. BOATsmart! is Canada's largest Transport Canada Accredited Course Provider. Your BOATsmart! Card is also accepted in most U.S. states. We’ve got you covered!

We've been making smart boaters for more than 15 years. BOATsmart! is Canada's largest Transport Canada Accredited Course Provider. Your BOATsmart! Card is also accepted in more than 40 U.S. states. We’ve got you covered!

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831,162 Smart
Boaters & growing

Made for boaters, by boaters. The BOATsmart! Course is the fastest, easiest way to get your Official Canadian Boating License. Study at your own pace and we'll automatically track your progress. We include 24/7 access, live customer support and a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Plus, exclusive partner discounts.

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