Rental yacht operators want to be the Uber of Toronto Harbour. But commercial charter firms say those boats present a safety risk
- Posted on September 27, 2026
- By The Toronto Star
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Toronto's emerging yacht rental sector seeks regulatory modernization to compete with ride-sharing business models. Industry operators argue that existing Transport Canada maritime regulations were designed for large commercial ferries and tour operators, creating unnecessary compliance barriers for smaller recreational vessels. This tension between innovation and safety highlights the need for updated regulatory frameworks that address the unique characteristics of contemporary sharing economy services in urban waterways.
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