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| Essex County OPP Marine Policing Unit |
| Operator Competency Requirements |
| The Competency of Operators of Pleasure Craft Regulations require operators of pleasure craft fitted with a motor and used for recreational purposes to have proof of competency on board at all times. These requirements are being phased in over 10 years |
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| How this applies to operators** of pleasure craft fitted with a motor and used for recreational purposes All operators born after April1, 1983 All operators of craft under 4 m in length, Including PWC All operators |
| Date at which proof of competency is required on board Sept 15, 1999 Sept 15, 2002 Sept 15, 2009 |
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| ** Applies to non-residents of Canada whose pleasure craft ins in Canada more than 45 consecutive days. Operator card or equivalent issued to a non-resident by their state or country will be considered as proof of competency. Proof of Competency can take one of three forms; 1. proof of having taken a boating safety course prior to April 1, 1999; 2. a pleasure craft operator card from a Canadian Coast Guard accredited course provider following a test; 3. a completed rental-boat safety checklist (for power driven rental boats). |
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