Boating Tests

A Study Book is available for $12.60

Write the test in our office,  50 questions, multiple choice, you are allowed 1 hr.

This test is done on paper.  Passing mark is 38/50

Test fee $47.50 plus GST.

You must show government issued photo ID in order to write the test,

Please attend our office at least 1 hr prior to closing if coming late in the day

Requirements

You can obtain your Canadian Coast Guard approved Boat Operator Card, by passing a Canadian Coast Guard approved test. You can challenge the test, study an approved book and write the test, or take an approved course and write the test. Of course you will need to pass the test with a score of at least 75%. 

The Professional Association of Boating Instructors has an approved book and the approved tests, which are available at one of our many locations.

There is no grandfather arrangement, regardless of your age and previous boat experience made for the Boat Operator Card.

Once you pass the test, you will receive a permanent Boat Operator Card that is valid for your lifetime, and is good anywhere in Canada.

The following is a brief excerpt from PABI’s manual giving you the time frame of when you will need to have your card. Remember that you can obtain your card before the compulsory time frames, and the card does not expire.

PABI’s Boat Operator Card Manual

In order to operate a pleasure craft fitted with a motor – or any type of motorboat used for recreational purposes – you will need proof of operator competency, or a "Boat Operator Card." The Federal Government is currently working on phasing in this requirement.

Pleasure Craft Licensing