Bilge Pump Warning Labels — Marine Vessel Compliance
Small Vessel Regulations — Bilge Systems · Federal — Canada
§The Law
SOR/2010-91 + Canada Shipping Act 2001 — Small Vessel Regulations — Bilge Systems
“Vessels equipped with bilge pumps must have the bilge pump activation control clearly labelled. Automatic bilge pumps with overboard discharge must not discharge oily water in Canadian waters without proper treatment.”
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Your bilge pump switch or activation button must be labelled "BILGE PUMP" so any crew member can find and use it in an emergency. If your bilge pump discharges overboard, a "NO OILY WATER DISCHARGE" reminder label helps crew stay compliant with Canadian no-discharge rules.
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Specific Requirements
Bilge pump control labelled "BILGE PUMP"
Auto vs manual mode labelled if dual-mode pump
"NO OILY WATER DISCHARGE" reminder near overboard discharge
Bilge inspection port location marked if applicable
Automatic pump indicator light or alarm labelled
Labels must be waterproof — marine environment
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📚Sources & Authority
Every claim on this page is backed by official government legislation and verified industry sources. Last verified: March 2026.
🏛 Official Government Sources
Pleasure Craft Licensing — Transport Canada
Transport Canada · March 2026
Official Transport Canada page for Pleasure Craft Licensing. Covers who needs a PCL, how to apply, number display requirements, and renewal.
Small Vessel Regulations — SOR/2010-91
Justice Laws Canada · March 2026
The Small Vessel Regulations define marking requirements for pleasure craft including PCL number size (75mm minimum), placement (both sides of bow), and colour contrast.
Canada Shipping Act, 2001
Justice Laws Canada · March 2026
The Canada Shipping Act is the federal legislation governing all vessel registration, safety, and compliance in Canadian waters.
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