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Small Vessel Regulations — Life-Saving Equipment Markings · Federal — Canada
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SOR/2010-91 + Canada Shipping Act 2001 — Small Vessel Regulations — Life-Saving Equipment Markings
Life-saving appliances on vessels should be marked in accordance with Transport Canada standards, including life jackets marked with vessel name or registration, and storage locations labelled to allow quick access in emergencies.
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Life jackets should be marked with the vessel name or number so recovered PFDs can be matched to incidents. Storage lockers for life-saving gear (life rings, flares, first aid) should be labelled so any passenger can find them fast in a panic.
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Life jackets marked with vessel name or PCL number
PFD storage locker labelled "LIFE JACKETS"
Life ring storage labelled — conspicuous location
Flare kit storage labelled and dated
First aid kit location marked
Labels should be waterproof and UV-resistant
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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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