Question 1

How big do the letters have to be on my boat?

Accepted Answer

At least 7.5 cm (3 inches) high, in block characters, in a colour that contrasts with your hull. The a reviewed quote pair is cut at exactly 3 inches, so it clears the legal minimum. Going bigger is a readability choice, not a legal one: 3.5" is a reviewed quote, 4" is a reviewed quote, and 6" is a reviewed quote a pair — worth it on a pontoon or cruiser where a 3" character looks lost.

Question 2

What colour should I pick?

Accepted Answer

Whatever contrasts hardest with your hull — that part is the law, not a style preference. Black on bare aluminum or a white/light hull; white or silver on dark blue, black, or green. Choose one of the listed colours for contrast; its eligibility follows the selected reviewed configuration. The configurator previews your number in the colour you pick.

Question 3

Where on the boat does the number go?

Accepted Answer

Both sides of the bow, above the waterline, as far forward as practical, and not blocked by rails or equipment. That's why the set is sold as a pair at a reviewed quote before tax — you need one on the port side and one on the starboard side.

Question 4

Does Saskatchewan have its own boat registration?

Accepted Answer

No. Boat licensing is federal, through Transport Canada's Pleasure Craft Licence system. Saskatchewan-issued licence numbers simply carry the SK prefix, like SK1234567. The a reviewed quote pair is cut with whatever number is on your licence.

Question 5

Do I need a licence for my boat?

Accepted Answer

If it has a motor of 10 hp (7.5 kW) or more, yes. Transport Canada sets a $250 fine for operating a pleasure craft without a valid licence, and separate penalties apply under the Canada Shipping Act if the number isn't displayed properly. The licence itself is free to get — the named decal pair is a reviewed quote before tax.

Question 6

Will these stick to an aluminum boat?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The 3 mil vinyl bonds to aluminum, fibreglass, and painted hulls as long as the surface is clean, dry, and above about 10°C when you apply it. Aluminum is the most common hull we cut these for at a reviewed quote before tax per pair, since magnets won't hold on it.

Question 7

Can I get my boat's name too?

Accepted Answer

Yes — a boat name decal is a reviewed quote and the registration pair is a reviewed quote; configure both as separate reviewed items. Most owners put the licence number on the bow and the name on the transom or along the side.

Question 8

I run an outfitting business with several boats. Can you do a fleet?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can order straight from the cart — set the quantity to the number of boats and the price scales per boat (a reviewed quote before tax for each named 3-inch pair). For full-colour graphics or a logo alongside the number, use the quote form instead: previous fleet work is historical and not a current public price.

Question 9

How fast can I get them?

Accepted Answer

up to three days after artwork approval and payment is standard once we have your licence number. Standard readiness is up to three days after artwork approval and payment. Paid rush is usually same or next day when accepted; staff confirms capacity, the current fee of a reviewed quote and timing before payment. Pickup is at 216 33rd St W in Saskatoon.

Boat Registration Number Decals Saskatoon

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