2 people killed in RV fire in the Kootenays

A fire at Springs RV Resort in Harrison Hot Springs, British Columbia, on Tuesday, June 23, destroyed six trailers. Witnesses reported propane tank explosions. No injuries were confirmed; the cause is under investigation.

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.

Traveling by Class C motorhomes is becoming a mass phenomenon in Canada due to developed infrastructure and the ability to drive with a regular license. Cruise Canada offers models for 2 to 7 people with bases in major cities.

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.

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.

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.