Ontario Pleasure Craft Licence Marking
Regulation SOR/2010-91 · Federal — Canada
§The Law
SOR/2010-91 — Regulation SOR/2010-91
“Ontario pleasure craft owners must obtain a Transport Canada PCL number and display it on both sides of the bow in 75mm minimum characters.”
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If you boat in Ontario, your PCL comes from Transport Canada (not the province). Display it on both sides of the bow at 75mm minimum height.
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Transport Canada issues PCL — not the province
75mm minimum on bow both sides
Apply before taking vessel on water
PCL valid for 5 years for new and transferred licences (a Transport Canada fee applies — check the current fee schedule)
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📚Sources & Authority
Every claim on this page is backed by official government legislation and verified industry sources. Last verified: March 2026.
🏛 Official Government Sources
Pleasure Craft Licensing — Transport Canada
Transport Canada · March 2026
Official Transport Canada page for Pleasure Craft Licensing. Covers who needs a PCL, how to apply, number display requirements, and renewal.
Small Vessel Regulations — SOR/2010-91
Justice Laws Canada · March 2026
The Small Vessel Regulations define marking requirements for pleasure craft including PCL number size (75mm minimum), placement (both sides of bow), and colour contrast.
Canada Shipping Act, 2001
Justice Laws Canada · March 2026
The Canada Shipping Act is the federal legislation governing all vessel registration, safety, and compliance in Canadian waters.
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All sources are official government publications or recognized industry authorities. Links verified March 2026. If you find a broken link, let us know.
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