Harbour Master Notice 2001-07

Requirement For Tpa Power Vessel Operator's Permit

May 2001 
 
In keeping with the Practices and Procedures of the Toronto Port Authority, established on June 8, 1999, and pursuant to the section of the Canada Marine Act dealing with the promotion of safe and efficient navigation in the waters of the Port of Toronto, be advised that: 

• All persons, including visitors, planning to operate any vessel equipped with an engine, within the boundaries of Toronto Harbour, are required to have a valid Toronto Port Authority Power Vessel Operator's Permit.
• Individuals must be a minimum of fourteen (14) years of age to apply for an Operator's Permit.
  Appointments may be arranged to take the required written and practical examination by telephoning 416-863-2018.
• Permits expire on December 31st of each year.  Renewal forms will be sent to the address shown on the permit. 

Operators should return the forms by mail, along with the appropriate fee, or, if they have access to the internet, go to the TPA's web page at www.torontoport.com for information on electronic renewal.
 
Under Section 59 of the Canada Marine Act, Subsection (1)(a), it is an offence if a person or ship does not follow these practices and procedures.
 
For further clarification, the Personal Watercraft Operators Card issued pursuant to Coast Guard Regulations is required in addition to the Power Vessel Operators Permit, and not instead of.
 
 
Lisa Raitt
Harbour Master