"OTTAWA—Canoeists and kayakers planning a traditional Canadian summer trip — including Scouts and Girl Guides on group excursions to explore a quiet lake — could now face a mountain of paperwork and a boat tax under new federal rules, critics charge.
Outdoor organizations are hopping mad over an overhaul of boating regulations they say has introduced a requirement for a federal licence for canoes and kayaks used in “guided excursions.”
“What I love about canoe tripping is that all you need is a boat, you need your (personal flotation device), your paddle and some water. It’s really simple ... we don’t need to make this complicated and I don’t want to have to register my canoe,” said Eoin Wood, director of Camp Wanapitei, a popular summer camp north of North Bay.
Transport Canada says it’s all a misunderstanding and insists there is no new requirement for registration."
Ontario Canoe Trails
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Ontario boasts over 80,000 km in trails. Whether you're in downtown Toronto or North of Superior, we have a trail for you. The Ontario Trails Council is a registered charity, led by volunteers who promote the development, management, use and conservation of Ontario's trails. You'll find everything from gentle walking trails to rock faces for climbing and water routes to canoe and kayak.
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