Examinations for Marine Pilots

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Examinations for coast pilots will be conducted by the Pacific Pilotage Authority in April 2026, to establish a list of applicants eligible to become apprentice marine pilots in the coastal waters (Areas 2, 3, 4 and 5), of the Pacific Pilotage Region.

 

For information on certification and sea-time requirements, please refer to the General Pilotage Regulations. These regulations can also be found on our webpage: www.ppa.gc.ca under Corporate Information.

 

Applicants must be:

  • Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents
  • willing obtain a Police Information Check
  • willing to undergo a medical examination to assess mental and physical fitness to perform the duties of a marine pilot.

 

Applicants who believe they are qualified should submit a written request to the following address for an application package prior to 1530 hrs on Wednesday, November 5, 2025.

 

Examination

Pacific Pilotage Authority

1000 – 1130 West Pender Street

Vancouver, BC V6E 4A4   or

exams@ppa.gc.ca

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