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Quebec

Boat Licence

Picture yourself whale-spotting along the St. Lawrence River, or enjoying the views from the water at Ungava Bay, Charlevoix Québec and James Bay. Hit the beach at Grand Lac Saint-Francois or cruise to Lac-Aux-Sables to feel the warm summer sand between your toes…

Wherever you decide to go boating in Québec, remember that motorized boat operators are required to carry a Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC), commonly referred to as a boating license.

Québec Boaters, it’s time to start your adventure!

As with all provinces in Canada, a Pleasure Craft Operator Card is required, when operating motorized vessels – regardless of age, size of boat or engine horsepower. It’s the law. Quebec boat operators caught without a Pleasure Craft Operator Card face a minimum $250 fine.

The Official Transport Canada Pleasure Craft Operator Card exam is available online, with a temporary licence issued as soon as you pass, so you can get out on the water right away. Guaranteed pass – Certified for life – Go boating right away!

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Quebec

Boat Licence

Picture yourself whale-spotting along the St. Lawrence River, or enjoying the views from the water at Ungava Bay, Charlevoix Québec and James Bay. Hit the beach at Grand Lac Saint-Francois or cruise to Lac-Aux-Sables to feel the warm summer sand between your toes…

Wherever you decide to go boating in Québec, remember that motorized boat operators are required to carry a Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC), commonly referred to as a boating license.

Québec Boaters, it’s time to start your adventure!

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