Pleasure Craft Licence Ontario Guide

PCL and PCOC are different

A Pleasure Craft Licence identifies the boat. Proof of competency, often a Pleasure Craft Operator Card, relates to the person operating a motorized pleasure craft.

• Check whether your boat needs a PCL number before ordering lettering.
• Carry acceptable proof of competency when operating a motorized pleasure craft.
• Keep the bow number visible and easy to read from both sides.

Use this before you tow

New Ontario boat owners should check licence numbers, operator card status, safety equipment, insurance, trailer lights, and ramp suitability before launch day.