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DOES THE PERFECT BOAT EXIST? An interesting question for all boaters. This question needs to be seen from several angles… In fact, you need to analyze the situation as to why this question should be...

The impact of buying a new boat in Canada, but intending to navigate only in the United States waters. An independent broker is the person you can trust to explain the impact of a purchase...

NEW OR PRE-OWNED YACHTS One of the most common dilemmas facing boaters is whether to buy a new or used boat. Having worked in the yacht sales industry for over 17 years, I know that...

JOYSTICK  et  PODS :  IPS ou Zeus ?   Also available for Stern Drives and outboards … ( PODS IPS, PODS ZEUS and EVC DOCKING you AXIUS )   Yes, there’s been a bit of a...

The ideal approach to buying or selling a boat in Canada and the United States. If you’re considering a purchase, it’s essential to be well advised, to have access to privileged information and expertise, and...

N.B. The schedule for the 2025 season is now available in the blog section of the Propriobateau website, click here. Last year’s schedule for reference: Lock schedules for the 2024 season, for Canada Park locks,...

How to find your way around the different boat categories… There are many names, such as: Cuddy, open deck, center console, Express, Express Cruiser, Cruisers, Sport Cruiser, les Opens, Cuddy, Sedan bridge, Flybridge, Sport Bridge,...

PURCHASE ADVICE (new or used) Boaters sometimes ask us for advice when it comes time to choose a new boat, whether new or used. Here are some important points or recommendations (see tips) useful if...

How to react and what to do if an emergency situation arises on board a boat. Here’s an interesting text that sums up the actions and gestures to be taken. So whether you’re a boat...

Registering a boat in Canada Boaters can choose between two types of registration. These are either a Pleasure Craft Licence (free of charge) or a Blue Book registration (with a $ fee). Transport Canada manages...