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Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP)

Sep 25, 2023 - Sep 28, 2023

TRAINING OVERVIEW

This program aims to provide new entrants, and those who require Transport Canada qualifications to operate small commercial vessels, with the knowledge and skills to obtain the Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP) license. The course is theoretical and does not, under Transport Canada’s standard, require practical boat work. Survival Systems Integrated Services (SSIS) can include practical boat handling and other skills if requested. Additional costs may apply.

This course meets the requirement for minimum training of operators of commercial vessels, other than tugs and fishing vessels, up to 5 gross tonnage engaged on a near coastal, class 2 or a sheltered waters voyage, and for fishing vessels up to 15 gross tonnage or 12 meters overall length engaged on a near coastal, class 2 (including an inland voyage on Lake Superior or Lake Huron) or a sheltered waters voyage. The course meets the requirements of Transport Canada.

TRAINING DURATION & TIMINGS

The course will run for 26 hours of training (including a 2 hour exam) over four (4) days.

Classes are conducted from 07:30 to 16:30.

Must be at least 18 years of age. A Statement of Health form is to be completed the first day of training. A Candidate Document Number (CDN) is required in order to obtain a Department of Transport certificate. Applicants without a CDN must fill out an "Application for a Candidate Document Number (CDN)", which can be found on Transport Canada's website. The completed application, together with two (2) documents as proof of identity, must be submitted in person to the closest Transport Canada office.