Please check LOCAL laws before heading out on the water.
Heading out on your paddleboard for a Paint 'n Paddle?
Here is what you need by law in Canada
Under the Small Vessel Regulations by Transport Canada:
Life Jacket/PFD
Carry the lifejacket on board, you must also have a buoyant heaving line at least 15m (49’3”) * this does not apply to inflatable PFDs. These must always be worn
OR Wear your life jacket and no buoyant heaving line is required
Buoyant Heaving Line at least 15m (49’3) *see above for exception
Whistle
Watertight flashlight: required for lowlight or nighttime
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If you are parked and playing at a waterfront or dock, then Transport Canada does not consider paddleboarding a regulated vessel for mandatory equipment. It's better to be SAFE than sorry, you could be fined for noncompliance.
Here are some resources to keep an eye out for!
Transport Canada Safe Boating Guide: Safety Tips & Requirements for Pleasure Craft. Page 16 for paddleboarding requirements.
Paddle Canada also outlines the requirements when paddleboarding
Parks Canada provides information for stand-up paddleboard safety.
Reference from https://paddleadventurer.com/requirements-for-paddleboarding-in-canada/ and this link will bring you to more information and recommendations!
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