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RVDA of Canada Seeks Nominations for Emerging Leader Award Industry © RV PRO
CA Canada

RVDA of Canada Seeks Nominations for Emerging Leader Award

The Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) of Canada is accepting nominations for the George Goodrick Emerging Leader Award, which recognizes early-career professionals who demonstrate outstanding leadership potential. Nominations can be submitted by industry colleagues, suppliers, manufacturers, or customers who have known the nominee professionally for at least two years; the award is not necessarily presented annually. The priority review window runs through early autumn, with late submissions rolling over to the next evaluation period.

Source: RV PRO ENG
Kelowna council approves fee for soon-to-open RV sani-dump, questions low rate Openings © castanet.net
CA Canada

Kelowna council approves fee for soon-to-open RV sani-dump, questions low rate

Kelowna City Council unanimously approved a $10 fee for the new city-operated RV sanitary dump station, set to open next month on Crowley Avenue. Payment will be via a pay-by-phone app, with fines for non-compliance tied to license plates. The $210,000 facility, included in this year's budget, is expected to recover only 20–50% of costs, prompting some council members to question the low fee.

Source: castanet.net ENG
New EU motorhome safety rules take effect in July Law & Regulations © dealmoon.ca
CA Canada

New EU motorhome safety rules take effect in July

From July 7, 2025, the EU General Safety Regulation II (GSR II) comes into force. All newly registered motorhomes must be equipped with intelligent speed assistance, driver drowsiness monitoring, alcohol lock pre-installation, and a suite of advanced driver-assistance systems (automatic emergency braking, lane keeping, tire pressure monitoring). Industry experts estimate the added cost per new motorhome at €1,000–€3,000. DIY van converters should register their vehicles before July 7 — after that date, even a used chassis will be treated as a new registration and must comply with all mandatory systems.

Source: dealmoon.ca ZHO
10 camping destinations in Quebec Lifestyle © Les Maisons
CA Canada

10 camping destinations in Quebec

Espaces.ca has compiled a list of ten camping destinations in Quebec's national parks. The selection includes Lac-Caché campground in Mont-Tremblant park with 24 sites, Grands-Jardins park with four camping and glamping areas, and Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie park with sites accessible only by bike or canoe. Since June 2022, Pointe-Taillon park has added 18 rustic sites on islands in Lake Saint-Jean, reachable only by kayak or shuttle.

Source: Les Maisons ENG
Galaxy RV holds summer sale and Tech Talks in Greater Victoria and Parksville Lifestyle © Victoria News
CA Canada

Galaxy RV holds summer sale and Tech Talks in Greater Victoria and Parksville

Galaxy RV is hosting a three-day sale from June 26 to 28 at its two locations on Vancouver Island. On June 27, Red Seal technicians will lead Tech Talks covering winterization, sealant inspection, towing safety, and waste system maintenance. Attendees can enter to win a CAD 500 credit toward parts and accessories. The dealership is also offering discounts of tens of thousands of dollars on remaining 2024 Outdoors RV inventory.

Source: Victoria News ENG
Beachcomber RV Park in Central Saanich changes hands, preservation promised Openings © Peninsula News Review
CA Canada

Beachcomber RV Park in Central Saanich changes hands, preservation promised

The Kramer family, operators of Bradsdadsland Family Campground on Hornby Island, purchased the 62-site Beachcomber RV Park in Central Saanich, British Columbia. The deal closed on March 24, 2026. The park was originally purchased by businessman John Chew in 1966 and opened to the public in 1986 after Expo '86. New owners plan only modest additions (an amenities building and playground), aiming to preserve the historic landscape and character of the waterfront campground.

Source: Peninsula News Review ISL
Lifestyle CA Canada

Golf and RVs: How to combine two hobbies

The author shares his experience of using a small R-Pod travel trailer for a golf trip in Canada. He notes that renting such a trailer allows free movement by car after setting up camp, and the cost is significantly lower than that of a motorhome. As an example, he cites the RV park at the Golden Golf Club in British Columbia, which is a 30-second walk from the first tee.

Source: calgaryherald.com ISL
Abbotsford police identify person of interest in RV fire Incidents © Fraser Valley Today | Everything Fraser Valley
CA Canada

Abbotsford police identify person of interest in RV fire

Abbotsford Police have identified a person of interest in connection with a suspicious travel trailer fire on June 16, 2026. The fire occurred at approximately 10:50 a.m. at the Whatcom Park & Ride lot, which also serves as a homeless encampment. No injuries were reported. The same location was the scene of a fatal shooting in March 2026.

Source: Fraser Valley Today | Everything Fraser Valley ISL
Moonlit Campers van with Japandi interior and hidden bathroom Builds © Racing.nl
CA Canada

Moonlit Campers van with Japandi interior and hidden bathroom

Canadian company Moonlit Campers from Whistler has unveiled a camper van based on the Ram ProMaster. The exterior is discreet, but the interior features a Japandi style with Roman clay walls, a slatted ceiling, and wood-effect vinyl flooring. A key feature is a hidden bathroom under a hinged countertop, including a waterproof wall, wooden shower mat, and portable toilet. The van includes a HappiJac lift bed, two 175W solar panels, a 400 Ah battery, and a 60-liter grey water tank, enabling off-grid living for multiple people.

Source: Racing.nl NLD
Full-Time RV Couple Lose Truck After Tow Base Plate Fails in Canada Incidents © cowboystatedaily.com
CA Canada

Full-Time RV Couple Lose Truck After Tow Base Plate Fails in Canada

David and Jennifer Sinclair, traveling in a Tiffin Allegro Bus Class A motorhome, lost their Chevy Colorado pickup truck during a fuel stop in Fort St. John, British Columbia. The tow base plate attached to the truck's frame broke off at an intersection, and the couple drove away without noticing. A video of the motorhome dragging the truck's bumper has been viewed millions of times. The Sinclairs retrieved the damaged truck and postponed their trip to Alaska.

Source: cowboystatedaily.com ISL
Industry CA Canada

Big Hill Springs: premium camper van based on Mercedes Sprinter

Canadian company Vancini Conversions has unveiled the Big Hill Springs project, a camper van built on a 2025 Mercedes Sprinter with all-wheel drive. The model features a 2.0-liter twin-turbo diesel engine, nine-speed automatic transmission, and Van Compass Stage 4.3 upgraded suspension. The interior includes custom finishes, a kitchen without a built-in hob, a two-person sleeping area, and a 920 Ah electrical system. The camper is designed for year-round use and adapted for travel across Europe and North America.

Source: svobodanews.ru RUS
Capitol Talk: Devenish, Hamm on Canada’s State of RV Market Industry © Woodall's Campground Magazine - Daily News & Information for the Outdoor Hospitality Industry
CA Canada

Capitol Talk: Devenish, Hamm on Canada’s State of RV Market

In the latest episode of Capitol Talk, RVDA of Canada President Eleonore Hamm and Canadian RV Association President Shane Devenish discussed the current state of the RV market in Canada. The episode was released on June 12, 2026.

Source: Woodall's Campground Magazine - Daily News & Information for the Outdoor Hospitality Industry ENG
Lifestyle CA Canada

Tourists complain about potholes and washboard on Yukon's North Klondike Highway

Motorhome owners report hazardous road conditions on the North Klondike Highway in Yukon. Jack Hamlin from Edmonton described the stretch from Whitehorse to Dawson City as a 'nightmare of washboard' due to deep potholes and uneven surfaces. Territorial highways minister Linda Benoit attributed the road conditions to chronic underfunding and rising material costs.

Source: CBC ENG

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