Today, the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, announced amendments to the Marine Safety Fees Regulations to modernize vessel registry fees. The amendments will come into force April 1, 2024. This is a step forward to modernize marine safety and services in Canada.

“We’re amending the Marine Safety Fees Regulations to modernize marine safety and services in Canada, and ensure the sustainability of our service fee model, in order to provide high-quality services for the maritime community.”

The Honourable Pablo Rodriguez
Minister of Transport

• The amended Marine Safety Fees Regulations balance the financial burden of the vessel registry program’s costs between those who use the services and the Canadian public. That will ensure that those who directly benefit from the vessel registry services pay their fair share of the costs for the program.

• This adjustment allows for the continued delivery of high-quality services to the maritime community, supporting businesses and organizations that rely on these crucial services. Furthermore, the introduction of a digital e-registry platform will significantly improve the client experience, enabling easier submission of registrations and tracking of requests.

Associated links

• Canada Gazette, Part II: Volume 158 - Regulations Amending the Marine Safety Fees Regulations (Vessel Registry Fees)

Laura Scaffidi
Press Secretary
Office of the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez
Minister of Transport, Ottawa
Laura.Scaffidi@tc.gc.ca

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