{"id":119,"date":"2023-02-28T16:18:00","date_gmt":"2023-02-28T16:18:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/canadaboatsafety.com\/blog\/?p=119"},"modified":"2026-06-16T18:46:41","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T18:46:41","slug":"how-to-get-a-replacement-boaters-licence","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/canadaboatsafety.com\/blog\/how-to-get-a-replacement-boaters-licence\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get a Replacement Boaters Licence?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Learn how to get a replacement Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pleasure Craft Operator Card<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Boating is a fun and enjoyable recreational activity for people of all ages. However, just like driving a car, there are rules and regulations that boaters must follow to ensure the safety of themselves and others on the water. In Canada, all operators of pleasure craft must have a Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) to legally operate a boat, and the physical card needs to be on your vessel with you. But what if you lose or damage your PCOC? Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to get a replacement PCOC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Option 1: Contact the course provider<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first step in obtaining a replacement PCOC is to contact the course provider that issued your original card. This could be an online course provider or a classroom instructor. Explain to them that you have lost or damaged your PCOC and would like a replacement. They will likely ask you to provide some personal information to confirm your identity, such as your name, address, and date of birth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There may be a fee for obtaining a replacement PCOC, so be prepared to provide payment. The cost may vary depending on the course provider, but it is typically around $20-$30. You may be able to pay by credit card over the phone or online, or you may need to mail a check or money order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Option 2: If you are unsure of the original course provider<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CanadaBoatSafety.com<\/a> can provide replacement PCOC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Contact Transport Canada<\/a> at 1-800-267-6687<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. They can issue a letter authorizing CanadaBoatSafety.com to issue your replacement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Once you have the Letter of Authorization please email it to info@canadaboatsafety.com so we can start the replacement process.\n