Seafarer Medical Requirements in Canada
In Canada, Transport Canada regulates seafarer medical certification. Examinations are carried out by Marine Medical Examiners designated by Transport Canada.
This record has not yet been fully checked against the official source. Requirements change — always confirm with the maritime authority before your examination.
Applicable standards
Medical requirements for Canadian seafarers are set under the Marine Personnel Regulations, with guidance for examining physicians published by Transport Canada.
Examination information
The examination is conducted by a designated Marine Medical Examiner, who reports to Transport Canada.
Approved / authorized medical examiners
Transport Canada publishes a searchable list of designated Marine Medical Examiners.
Medical certificate
Transport Canada issues the marine medical certificate following the examination. International minimums (MLC, 2006 Standard A1.2 and STCW Regulation I/9) cap medical certificates at two years (one year for seafarers under 18) and colour-vision certification at six years. National rules may be stricter.
Vision
See Transport Canada guidance for eyesight and colour-vision standards.
Hearing
See Transport Canada guidance for hearing standards.
Renewal
Arrange a new examination with a designated Marine Medical Examiner before expiry.
Sources
- Transport Canada — Marine medical certificates (opens in a new tab)
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