Hey Boaters! Learn how to pass the boating exam.

Here in Canada we are certainly blessed with beautiful lakes and rivers to explore and often times that means hitting the water with a boat.  However you should know that the Canadian government has instituted legislation that mandates operates a boat on the water to obtain a boating license by completing a boater exam. So you might be wondering how you can go about doing this.

Boaters must pass a test on topics such as how to share waterways, use safety equipment and respond to emergencies in order to get the card. They will then be required to carry it on board their watercraft at all times.

Private companies are conducting training courses, administering the testing and issuing the operator cards. Transport Canada has posted a list of accredited companies on its website.

The test includes 36 multiple-choice questions. Boaters have to answer 75 per cent of the questions correctly to obtain the boat operator's card, which is good for life.

Get your Operator Card in 3 easy steps by taking the boating exam

Step 1: Study the Online Course

• Register and take chapter 1 for FREE!
• Pay $49.50 + tax to complete the remaining 4 chapters
• 80% pass mark is required for chapter quizzes, in order to advance
• 3 hours of study time is required

Step 2: Take the Final Exam

• Take the 50 question multiple-choice exam, 75% is required to pass
• The exam is timed: 90 seconds per question, 1 hour and 15 minutes total.
• This is an open book exam
• If you fail, you may attempt the exam again for free after 24 hours
• If you fail a second time, you will need to take the online course again (FREE)

Step 3: Get the Card!

• Print your temp card immediately
• Permanent card is mailed to you in 4 weeks
• Go boating immediately, the card is good for life across Canada and never expires

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