National Vessel Registry Center Corp. Sees Certificates Surge Alongside Boat Sales

As More Boats Are Sold, So Do Registration and Licence Applications

TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, October 1, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ — The National Vessel Registry Center Corp., a portal that assists with Canadian boat registration and licencing, has seen an increase in registrations throughout 2025. This coincides with the rise of boat sales through the year.

According to “Statistics Canada,” which is the Canadian “national statistical office” which “ensures Canadians have the key information on Canada’s economy,” boat sales have been “good” through the first quarter of 2025.

Statistics Canada found that “recreational vehicles at retail” (which includes boats), sold “2,156,831” in the first quarter of 2025 alone. While not all of those were boats, boats made up a very significant portion of the sales.

During this same time, the National Vessel Registry Center Corp. experienced an increase in the number of applications for boat registration in Canada through the site.

The National Vessel Registry Center Corp. assists with the applications for registering and licensing boats. Owners must register commercial Canadian boats with 15+ gross tons and engines of 10+ horsepower. Owners can license boats that they will not use commercially.
“We’re grateful to see the Canadian boat industry continue to grow. Our goal has always been to simplify registration and licensing for Canadian boat owners,” said a spokesperson.

In addition to applications for a pleasure craft license and registration, the National Vessel Registry Center Corp. also provides applications for the Small Vessel Register, Historical Research/Transcripts, applications for a Bare-Boat Charter, as well as many other forms.

For more information on Canadian boat sales, the Canadian Ship Registry, or to make a press inquiry, contact the National Vessel Registry Center Corp.