Protecting Our Waterways from Invasive Species

From June 1 until September 30, it is now mandatory for all motorized and non-motorized watercraft to be inspected at one of Alberta’s inspection stations, when crossing from the eastern or southern borders. If the closest inspection station is closed, Albertans and visitors must get their watercraft inspected within seven days and before launching into Alberta’s waters.

To help with these changes, Alberta is also launching a new proof-of-inspection sticker. Inspectors will provide the sticker for owners to display, once a watercraft has been inspected. Whether it's a paddleboard or a powerboat, failing to stop for a mandatory watercraft inspection could result in a $4,200 fine.

Alberta is currently 100 per cent free of zebra and quagga mussels, let's keep it that way! 

Zebra and Quagga mussels destroy ecosystems, threaten shorelines, and can cause hundreds of millions in damaged infrastructure. While the province currently does not have a problem with these mussels, reports are increasing across Canada and the United States.

By defending water bodies, ecosystems, and infrastructure, you are helping to protect jobs, businesses, and recreation opportunities across the province.

Clean it, drain it, dry it!

For more information, visit alberta.ca/Watercraft-Inspections