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Ontario’s Top Online Boating Course – Get Certified Now!

CanBoat offers Canada’s most trusted online boating course — approved by Transport Canada and created by boaters who know Ontario’s waters, from the Great Lakes to the cottage-country rivers. Get your Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) quickly and confidently, with everything you need to enjoy the season safely.

Take the Course Today – Start Boating Tomorrow!

Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC)

Accredited by Transport Canada – The Only Card Recognized by the U.S. Coast Guard.

Get Certified in Hours

Your official Canadian boating license, required by law to operate a powered watercraft in Canada.
Only $49.99 – Valid for Life

In Canada

Who is Required to Have a PCOC to Operate a Boat?

All Motorized Boat Operators

Fishing boats, pontoons, Sea-Doos, Jet Skis… if it has a motor, you need a license!

Occasional Boaters

Joining a rental club or borrowing a boat? A PCOC card is still required by law.

Teens Learning to Boat

Get them certified early so they’re ready to start driving any type of motorized boat.

Most Complete Course

Why Get Certified with CanBoat / NautiSavoir?

  • Most Trusted Course Chosen by thousands of Canadian boaters who prioritize safety.
  • 100% Canadian Our cards are printed in Canada & fully accredited by Transport Canada.
  • Most Recognized Next Level Courses The best way to complete your expertise and deepen your boating knowledge.
  • Lifetime Card Your PCOC never expires. Get certified once and you’re set for life.

Accredited and Recognized by

Our Operator Card course is Accredited by Transport Canada, and the only Canadian Course approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators and officially recognized by the US Coast Guard.

3 Easy Steps

How the Online Course Works?

1️⃣ Create Your Account – Sign up in minutes and make your payment. 
2️⃣ Complete the Course – Learn at your own pace, anytime.
3️⃣ Get Your Temporary Digital Card – Start boating right away while your printed card is on the way!

Hit the Water! – Enjoy safe and stress-free boating.

Additional Essential Course - Starting at $145

Don't have your VHF radio certification yet? Now’s the time!

If you have a VHF radio on board, certification is legally required. With our in-depth course, you’ll gain the skills to communicate clearly, call for help instantly, and stay in control on the water. Whether you’re navigating busy marinas or handling an emergency, knowing the right radio procedures makes all the difference.

  • Essential for Safety– Call for help instantly when it matters most.
  • Crystal-Clear Communication – Master the right radio channels and procedures.
  • Covers Digital Selective Calling (DSC) – Send a distress signal at the push of a button.
  • Stay Informed – Get real-time weather alerts and navigational updates.

Join the CanBoat Community!

More than a license, a community built on safe boating, lifelong learning, and unforgettable adventures!