Dave I do not know what kind of title documentation
did you receive when you purchased the boat so its kind of hard to recommend a course of action to follow. One suggestion which perhaps may save you some aggravation is the use of a title agent in Canada. I'm sure that a title agent that specializes in marine transactions will have the knowledge of the requirements and the contacts to get the transfer done on your behalf. A boat brockerage firm in your area perhaps may recommend a reliable title agent.