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Small Fishing Vessels

Fishing VesselSmall Fishing Vessels are vessels from 0 to 150 Gross Tons, not exceeding 24.4 metres used in Commercial Fishing or a vessel, other than a sailing ship, that takes on its load at sea from a vessel, which is engaged in catching or transporting living resources of the sea including fish and marine vegetation.

What's New
New information or changes to regulations concerning Small Fishing Vessels...

Small Fishing Vessels Links
Industry links and safety-related material

Canadian Marine Advisory Council (CMAC)
The Canadian Marine Advisory Council or "CMAC" is a group that meets regularly to discuss marine issues. Learn more about how CMAC can help you...

Regulations, Standards and References
Regulations, standards and policies applicable to Small Fishing Vessels

Fishing Vessel Safety Document
Public consultation documents on proposed new Fishing Vessel Regulations

Ship Safety Bulletins
Ship Safety Bulletins applicable to Small Fishing Vessels

Transportation Publications
Transportation Publications applicable to Small Fishing Vessels

Contact Us
Contact the Small Fishing Vessel staff in the Regions or at Headquarters