PFD/Life Jackets

[skankbutta]

When I bought my boat from the US, it came with life jackets. They say that they are approved by the US Coast Guard. Am I able to use them in Canadian waters? Or do I need ones approved my Canadian Coast Guard? I have some of both, but just want to know if I should give them away to some family members in the USA or keep them on my boat.

 

Thanks!

[John Bacon]

If you are a Canadian resident, or if you keep your boat in Canada, you will need ones with Canadian approval. A US resident who does not keep their boat in Canada can use the US Coast Guard approved life jackets while visiting Canada provided that they are not here over a certain time period. I think it is around 40 days, if they stay longer than that then they need to meet all Canadian safety regulations.

[skankbutta]

Thank you. I figured as much.