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What should you look for when you buy pyrotechnic distress flares?

  1. A coast guard serial number
  2. A Transport Canada approved stamp or label
  3. A price tag from a marine store
  4. A stamp from the fire department
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Correct answer: A Transport Canada approved stamp or label

Only flares with an approved stamp or label meet the rules.

Source: Safe Boating Guide (TP 511E, 2026), Visual signals, page 24

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026