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Transport Canada approved Boater Safety Course to obtain your official Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC).
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Boating in Nunavut
Nunavut is Canada's newest and largest territory with vast Arctic waterways. Boating conditions are extreme with very cold water, ice, and unpredictable Arctic weather. The boating season is the shortest in Canada at roughly 6-8 weeks.
Boating Season
July through August
Enforcement
RCMP
Popular Boating Destinations in Nunavut
Arctic Coast
Hudson Bay
Baffin Bay
Baker Lake
Frobisher Bay
How do I get my Pleasure Craft Operator Card in Nunavut?
CanadaBoatSafety.com provides a quick and affordable way to obtain your Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) in Nunavut. Our Official Transport Canada approved Boater Safety Course & Boating Exam will give you the knowledge to safely get on the water and go boating today! The PCOC is valid in Nunavut and throughout all of Canada. It is also recognized in the United States.
How It Works
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Take The Boating Course Online
Complete the CanadaBoatSafety.com online course. The course presents the material in a flexible and easy-to-understand manner. The material is organized into five chapters, with a 10 question quiz at the end of each chapter. You must achieve a passing grade of 80% before proceeding to the next chapter.
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Pass The Official Test
The test consists of multiple-choice questions and a pass mark of 75% is needed.
Unlimited test retries included.
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Print Your Certificate
Your temporary boating certificate can be immediately downloaded and printed, so you can go boating today! Your permanent physical PCOC will be mailed to you.
About Us
CanadaBoatSafety.com is a Transport Canada accredited provider of the pleasure craft operator card (PCOC) course, including the exam and replacement cards. CanadaBoatSafety.com was founded in 2002, is Canadian operated and Canadian owned, and is 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. All operators of motorized pleasure craft in Nunavut must carry a valid Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC). This applies to all Nunavut waters including Hudson Bay, Baffin Bay, and Baker Lake. The fine for operating without a PCOC is $250.
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Boating conditions in Nunavut are among the most extreme in Canada. Water temperatures are near freezing year-round, ice can be present even in summer, and Arctic weather is highly unpredictable. Proper cold-water survival gear, emergency communication devices, and thorough trip planning are essential.
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Ice navigation in Nunavut requires careful attention to Canadian Ice Service charts and reports. Sea ice, icebergs, and bergy bits can appear suddenly. Always maintain a lookout, travel at safe speeds, and avoid areas with heavy ice concentration. Carry ice navigation equipment and consider polar-rated vessels.
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The Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) is valid across all of Canada. Choose your province or territory below.