The Toronto Spring Camping and RV Show 2026

The Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association (CRVA) announced its year-long 50th Anniversary RV Giveaway campaign raised over $80,000 for Care Camps Canada. The fundraising initiative, which ran from February 2025 to March 2026, included a cross-country tour and a travel trailer raffle. The winner was drawn at the Toronto Spring Camping and RV Show.

The Regional District of Nanaimo is re-examining rules for full-time RV dwelling. Authorities have introduced interim three-year permits costing $800, acknowledging the affordable housing shortage. An estimated thousands of people in rural B.C. live in RVs, often on private properties or in informal parks.

A fire destroyed a travel trailer at an RV park in Aldergrove. The incident occurred on the afternoon of March 4, with no injuries reported. The cause is under investigation; a neighbor moved a vehicle from the scene before firefighters arrived.

Canadian motorhome builder Leisure Travel Vans is basing its strategy on two model lines: Unity and Wonder. For 2026, new variants include the Unity TBX and TB4X on an all-wheel-drive chassis, featuring larger tanks, lithium batteries, and off-grid enhancements.

A retiree has filed a lawsuit in the British Columbia Supreme Court against a motorhome manufacturer. He alleges that his 2023 Newmar New Aire motorhome has multiple defects that were not addressed after complaints. Court hearings are scheduled for June 2025.

The municipally owned Riverside RV Park & Campground in Enderby, BC, is accepting reservations for 2026. The park operates year-round, with all revenue directed back into the community. It provides river access, proximity to a rail trail under construction, and is adjacent to local ball diamonds.