RCMP enhancing marine patrols during Laketown Shakedown

Lake Cowichan, West Coast Marine Services

2024-06-27 06:29 PDT

RCMP West Coast Marine Services will be pairing up with RCMP Shiprider and Lake Cowichan RCMP to enforce the Canada Shipping Act, Small Vessel Regulations, the Liquor Act and the Vessel Operation Restriction Regulations. Officers will be on and around Lake Cowichan during the Laketown Shakedown over the Canada Day long weekend, from June 28-July 1, 2024.

This long weekend, and as the summer continues, before you hit the water make certain you have your proof of competency such as, your Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC), a copy of your vessel’s licence showing ownership of your boat, and most importantly all of your required safety equipment on board and readily accessible!

Police would like to remind everyone that open liquor on board a boat is prohibited.

Boating and drinking don’t mix so enjoy your alcoholic beverages on a deck or patio after your day on the water is finished.

We wish everyone an enjoyable and safe Canada Day Long weekend!

To review a list of required safety equipment for your boat you can check out this website Better Boater - Become a Better Boater Today or scan the QR code below.

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Email: brett.urano@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

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