TP 511 - Safe Boating Guide ![]()
Information on current regulations governing recreational boating
TP 1332 - Construction Standards for Small Vessels
All small vessels must be built according to this Standard
TP 13822 - Survival in Cold Waters
Detailed information on cold shock, swimming failure and hypothermia
TP 14349 - Boat Safety with Pukta (PDF, 6.56 MB)
TP 14352 - Rules of the Road (PDF, 752 KB)
TP 14477 - Boom! Up She Went Video
TP 14522 - Boating Safety Cruncher
TP 14525 - Pre-Departure Checklist
TP 14541 - Lateral Buoys and Standard Daybeacons
TP 14542 - Cardinal Buoys and Special Buoys
TP 14674 - Boat Maintenance Cards
TP 14726 - Sea-Kayaking Safety Guide
Information on current regulations governing Sea-Kayaking
BOATING: Immersion and Trauma Deaths in Canada: 16 Years of Research
Safety Rules and Tips for Personal Watercraft (PWC) Use
The "Safety is no game" brochure (PDF, 642 KB)
The Local Authorities' Guide to Boating Restriction Regulations
Understanding the process of applying for a restriction
The Vessel Operation Restriction Regulations - A Boater's Guide to Signage
Provides descriptions and examples of signs
Executive Summary - Applying for a Boating Restriction
The Essential on Pyrotechnic Signals
Guide on the safety measures to follow when handling pyrotechnic signals
Vessel Maintenance Guide
Helpful service recommendations as well as trouble shooting tips
Protecting the Marine Environment - A Boater's Guide
Enjoy the marine environment and preserve Canada's unique coastal heritage
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