Boating Regulations deadline approaching

September 15th marks the day all operators of powered recreational vessels need to obtain a Pleasure Craft Operator Card.

The Federal law was passed in 1999 but will be enforced starting this fall.

Boat Smart Canada President Cameron Taylor says to date 1.5 million Canadians have obtained the card.

An estimated 6.5 million still need to get their cards before September 15th.

A number of local businesses also offer courses to qualify for the Pleasure Craft Operator Card.