# CanadaBoatSafety.com > CanadaBoatSafety.com is a Transport Canada accredited provider of the online Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) course, exam, and replacement cards. Founded in 2002, Canadian owned and operated, based in Toronto, ON and Vancouver, BC. A division of Monologix, Inc. ## About CanadaBoatSafety.com CanadaBoatSafety.com was founded in 2002 and is a Transport Canada accredited provider of the Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) course, including the exam and replacement cards. CanadaBoatSafety.com is Canadian operated and Canadian owned, based in Toronto, Ontario and Vancouver, British Columbia. Upon successfully passing the Transport Canada Boating Safety Test, CanadaBoatSafety.com will issue your personalized Pleasure Craft Operator Card. CanadaBoatSafety.com is a division of Monologix, Inc., a company dedicated to web and mobile-based interactive education properties, including BoatTests101.com (NASBLA and US state accredited boat course provider in 12 states) and DrivingTests101.com (a global driving test prep website and apps operating in 23 countries). ### Contact Information - **Phone:** 1-888-885-8830 - **Email:** info@canadaboatsafety.com - **Mailing Address:** Royal York Bloor PO, PO Box 15537, Etobicoke, ON M8X 1C0 - **Business Hours:** Monday to Friday 9am to Midnight (EST), Saturday to Sunday 9am to 5pm (EST) - **Website:** https://canadaboatsafety.com ### Social Media - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Canadaboatsafetycom-100443105613818 - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadaboatsafety/ - Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/boat_canada ## Products & Services ### Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) Course The primary product is the online Transport Canada accredited boating safety course for the Pleasure Craft Operator Card. The PCOC is legally required for anyone operating a motorized pleasure craft in Canadian waters. **How It Works (3 Steps):** 1. **Study** — Complete the online course chapters covering boating safety, navigation rules, and Canadian waterway regulations 2. **Pass the Exam** — Take the Transport Canada approved final exam 3. **Get Your Card** — Receive your personalized Pleasure Craft Operator Card **Course Features:** - Multiple interactive chapters covering comprehensive boating safety - Chapter quizzes to test understanding after each section - Practice exam for self-assessment before the final - Official Transport Canada approved final exam - Free first chapter preview available without enrollment - Study at your own pace from any device - Lifetime validity — the PCOC never expires ### Replacement Cards Official replacement Pleasure Craft Operator Cards for cardholders who have lost, damaged, or need backup copies of their existing PCOC. Multiple card quantities available with free shipping. ### Free Chapter Preview The first chapter of the PCOC course is available for free at /canada/pleasure-craft-operator-card/free, allowing prospective students to preview the course content and format before enrolling. ## Boating Safety Tips Key safety tips covered in the course: - Take a boater safety course to get your Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) - Consider a free Pleasure Craft Courtesy Check (PCCC), provided by the Canadian Power and Sail Squadron (CPS-ECP) in partnership with The Office of Boating Safety - Wear a proper life jacket at all times on the water - Learn to swim before operating a watercraft - Follow proper anchoring techniques - Do not overload the boat with passengers or equipment ## Provinces & Territories Served CanadaBoatSafety.com provides boating license courses for all Canadian provinces and territories. Each province has a dedicated page with province-specific boating requirements and regulations. ### Ontario Boating license information specific to Ontario waters, including the Great Lakes, Lake Simcoe, Muskoka Lakes, and the Rideau Canal system. URL: https://canadaboatsafety.com/provinces/ontario ### Alberta Boating license information for Alberta waterways and lakes. URL: https://canadaboatsafety.com/provinces/alberta ### British Columbia Boating license information for BC coastal and inland waters. URL: https://canadaboatsafety.com/provinces/british-columbia ### Manitoba Boating license information for Manitoba lakes and waterways. URL: https://canadaboatsafety.com/provinces/manitoba ### New Brunswick Boating license information for New Brunswick waters. URL: https://canadaboatsafety.com/provinces/new-brunswick ### Newfoundland and Labrador Boating license information for Newfoundland and Labrador waters. URL: https://canadaboatsafety.com/provinces/newfoundland-and-labrador ### Northwest Territories Boating license information for Northwest Territories waterways. URL: https://canadaboatsafety.com/provinces/northwest-territories ### Nova Scotia Boating license information for Nova Scotia coastal and inland waters. URL: https://canadaboatsafety.com/provinces/nova-scotia ### Nunavut Boating license information for Nunavut waters. URL: https://canadaboatsafety.com/provinces/nunavut ### Prince Edward Island Boating license information for PEI waters. URL: https://canadaboatsafety.com/provinces/prince-edward-island ### Quebec Boating license information for Quebec waterways, including the St. Lawrence River. URL: https://canadaboatsafety.com/provinces/quebec ### Saskatchewan Boating license information for Saskatchewan lakes and waterways. URL: https://canadaboatsafety.com/provinces/saskatchewan ### Yukon Boating license information for Yukon waterways. URL: https://canadaboatsafety.com/provinces/yukon ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What is a Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC)? The PCOC is an official Transport Canada document that proves you have the required knowledge to safely operate a pleasure craft in Canada. It is sometimes referred to as a "boating license" or "boat license." ### Who needs a PCOC? Anyone operating a motorized pleasure craft in Canadian waters must have proof of competency. The PCOC is the most common way to prove this competency. ### Does the PCOC expire? No. The Pleasure Craft Operator Card is valid for life and never needs to be renewed. ### How long does the course take? The course is self-paced. Most students complete it in a few hours, but you can take as long as you need. ### What happens if I lose my card? You can order a replacement card through the Replacement Cards page at https://canadaboatsafety.com/lost-card. ### Is this course officially recognized? Yes. CanadaBoatSafety.com is fully accredited by Transport Canada to deliver the boating safety course and administer the exam for PCOC issuance. ## Pages - [Home](https://canadaboatsafety.com/): Main landing page with course overview, how it works, boating safety tips, about section, and FAQ - [PCOC Course Detail](https://canadaboatsafety.com/canada/pleasure-craft-operator-card): Full course details, pricing, free chapter preview, and enrollment - [About Us](https://canadaboatsafety.com/about): Company history since 2002, Transport Canada accreditation, locations in Toronto and Vancouver - [Contact Us](https://canadaboatsafety.com/contact): Customer service contact form, phone, email, mailing address, and business hours - [FAQ](https://canadaboatsafety.com/faq): Comprehensive frequently asked questions about the PCOC, course, exam, and cards - [Our Courses](https://canadaboatsafety.com/our-courses): All available boating safety courses with descriptions and pricing - [Replacement Cards](https://canadaboatsafety.com/lost-card): Order official replacement PCOC cards for lost, stolen, or damaged cards - [Redemption](https://canadaboatsafety.com/redemption): Redeem voucher codes, gift certificates, or promotional codes - [Resources](https://canadaboatsafety.com/resource): Educational boating safety resources and materials - [Free Chapter Preview](https://canadaboatsafety.com/canada/pleasure-craft-operator-card/free): Preview the first chapter of the PCOC course at no cost - [Privacy Policy](https://canadaboatsafety.com/privacy-policy): How personal data is collected, used, and protected - [Refund Policy](https://canadaboatsafety.com/refund-policy): Refund eligibility, process, and timelines - [Terms of Use](https://canadaboatsafety.com/terms-of-use): Legal terms governing use of the website and services ## Technical Information - **Accreditation:** Transport Canada accredited under the Competency of Operators of Pleasure Craft Regulations - **Payment:** Secure Stripe payment processing for credit card transactions - **Languages:** English and Spanish - **Parent Company:** Monologix, Inc. - **Sister Sites:** BoatTests101.com (USA), DrivingTests101.com (Global)