Vessel Operation Restriction Regulations

5 No person shall place a sign anywhere for the purpose of restricting the operation of any vessel in Canadian waters unless

• (a) the placement has been authorized by the Minister under subsection 6(1) and the sign complies with sections 8 and 9, except in the case of a sign that provides information with respect to a restriction under subsection 2(7) or section 14; or

• (b) the placement is authorized under an Act of Parliament other than the Canada Shipping Act, 2001.