Boaters who travel between B.C. and Alberta can join the voluntary BC–AB Passport Program at any inspection station. You must still stop, but the passport makes inspections faster and encourages consistent Clean, Drain, Dry practices in both provinces. Your passport is stamped each time you pass through a station.
Clean, Drain, Dry — Every Time
Whether you’re towing a boat, car-topping a kayak, or carrying a paddleboard, you play a key role in protecting local waters. Always remove mud and plants, drain all compartments, and let everything dry completely before launching again.
With whirling disease confirmed in Kootenay Lake and aquatic invasive species an ongoing threat, these steps matter more than ever. Stopping at inspection stations takes minutes, but prevents lasting harm to fish, ecosystems, water systems, and recreation. Anyone transporting any type of watercraft in B.C. must stop at open inspection stations — even if your craft is dry or only used within the province. Skipping a station may result in a $345 fine.
Clean. Drain. Dry.
For more info visit the BC Government’s page
