Here Transport Canada requires all paddle craft to have on board a safety kit that includes :
- a bailing device ( cup, pump, sponge)
- a 50' floating recovery rope
- an audible signaling device (whistle, or other)
- a visual signaling device (flashlight, or other)
a paddle craft operating after dark must display a white light with a 360° visual.
a properly sized PFD must be available for every person on board ( not sure if this is " a must wear" command tho)
They also strongly recommend a first aid kit, compas, signal flares and a vhf radio if lake travel is in your plans.
No paper registration is required here for paddle craft as far as I know.