From which authority can a registered pilot be obtained for Lake Ontario and the Welland Canal?

The Great Lakes Pilotage Authority is the correct source for obtaining a registered pilot for Lake Ontario and the Welland Canal. This authority is specifically established to manage and ensure a safe and effective navigation system within the Great Lakes region, which includes overseeing the licensing and operations of pilots navigating through these waters. The pilots licensed by this authority have specialized knowledge and training pertaining to the unique conditions, hazards, and demands of navigating the Great Lakes, including the intricacies of the Welland Canal.

While the United States Coast Guard is involved in maritime safety and regulation, it does not specifically issue pilot licenses for the Great Lakes. Similarly, the Canadian Marine Authority does not perform the same functions as the Great Lakes Pilotage Authority in this particular context. Local Harbor Authorities may manage operations at individual harbors but do not have the jurisdiction to issue pilot licenses for the wider navigation areas of Lake Ontario and the Welland Canal.