Vessel Operation Restriction Regulations

3 (1) Subsections 2(1) to (4) do not apply to

• (a) a person who occupies a waterfront property that is not accessible by road and operates a vessel solely for the purpose of gaining access to that property; or

• (b) a person who holds a provincial fishing permit and whose livelihood depends on fishing.

(2) Subsections 2(1) to (5) and (7) do not apply to

• (a) an enforcement officer acting within the scope of their duties;

• (b) an employee or agent or mandatary of Her Majesty in right of Canada or a province, or of a county, municipality or regional district, acting within the scope of their duties;

• (c) a person rescuing someone or preventing damage to property; or

• (d) a person who operates a safety boat for surveillance, rendering assistance and lifeguarding within the scope of regular activities carried out by a recreational institution or a teaching or racing organization established under provincial, federal or international laws.