The Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) is a document used in Canada as proof of competency to operate a recreational boat with a motor.
Regulations are currently defined under Canadian maritime law by the Canada Shipping Act, 2001.
Nor is it required by certain indigenous peoples in Canada and non-residents.
[3] The PCOC can be obtained by taking a Transport Canada accredited boating safety course, then passing a test.
Transport Canada requires a minimum study time of 3 hours for the boating safety course.