1 Boater
$69.95
per licence
- Transport Canada Approved
- Unlimited Exam Retakes
- 24/7 Online Access
- Instant Digital Temporary Card
Take the Official Canadian Boat Exam Online
The National Boating Safety School offers an easy 3-step process to study for the official Transport Canada boating exam and take the online boat licence test for your Pleasure Craft Operator Card.
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Passing the Canadian boat exam is easy
To pass the Transport Canada boating safety exam, complete an approved online boater safety course like the one we offer at National Boating Safety School.
Completing the course and passing the exam is the only way to get a Pleasure Craft Operator Card, the proof of competency you need to operate a motorized vessel legally anywhere in Canada.
Get your boating licence online in 3 simple steps!
Our Transport Canada-approved boater safety course prepares you for the official online boating exam. Watch interactive lessons, take short quizzes, and get ready to pass the test and receive your Canadian boating licence.
Step 1
Study at your own pace
Learn everything you need to know using our fun and interactive platform.
Step 2
Pass the online boating exam
Take the multiple-choice, open-book Transport Canada exam. Unlimited retries so you can succeed.
Step 3
Get your Pleasure Craft Operator Card
Print a temporary card right away and receive your Transport Canada-approved PCOC by mail.
Group & Family Discounts
Save more when you register the whole crew together.
2 Boaters
$64.95
per licence
Save $5.00 per course
- Transport Canada Approved
- Unlimited Exam Retakes
- 24/7 Online Access
- Instant Digital Temporary Card
3 Boaters
$59.95
per licence
Save $10.00 per course
- Transport Canada Approved
- Unlimited Exam Retakes
- 24/7 Online Access
- Instant Digital Temporary Card
4+ Boaters
$54.95
per licence
Save $15.00 per course
- Transport Canada Approved
- Unlimited Exam Retakes
- 24/7 Online Access
- Instant Digital Temporary Card
Choose your course
Browse our available courses and start preparing for the exam with National Boating Safety School.
Join millions of other Canadians who have passed the exam
Since 2001, National Boating Safety School has helped students pass the boating exam and obtain a lifetime PCOC. With our streamlined lessons and quizzes, you can pass the test and get on the water the same day.
How does taking the exam work?
Step 1
Sign up
Create your student account, pay the one-time fee, and start learning right away.
Step 2
Complete the course
Finish 3 to 4 hours of engaging online lessons and pass each chapter quiz (80% or higher) to unlock the next section.
Step 3
Access the exam
After completing all chapters and quizzes, you will be prompted to access the final Transport Canada exam.
Step 4
Pass the exam
The exam has 50 multiple-choice questions. You need 75% (38 out of 50) to pass, and your results appear instantly.
Step 5
Print your card
Print a temporary card immediately after passing. If you do not pass, you can retry after 24 hours.
Canadian boating exam FAQ
The exam includes 50 multiple-choice questions and typically takes about 60 to 90 minutes.
There are 50 questions and you need 75% to pass.
The exam is open-book and designed to be straightforward after completing the course.
You can retake the exam after a 24-hour waiting period.
No. Your PCOC is valid for life; you can order a replacement card.
Regulations, safe operation, navigation rules, and required safety equipment.
Pass your boating exam with National Boating Safety School
Get started today and earn your Pleasure Craft Operator Card.