Transport Canada
Symbol of the Government of Canada

Special Purpose Vessels / Non-Conventional Vessels

Whether you are going on a white water adventure, giving a tour or training a crew safety should always come first.

Know and comply with the regulations for these vessels, doing so will help you run a safe operation. If you aren’t sure what requirements apply, contact an inspector at your nearest Transport Canada Centre.

Please note: The Special Purpose Vessel Audit Checklist (186 KB) PDF *, designed specifically for river rafting, is available as a self-inspection tool.

* To access the Portable Document Format (PDF) version you must have a PDF reader installed. If you do not already have such a reader, there are numerous PDF readers available for free download or for purchase on the Internet: