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Canadian RV and camping associations urge federal action on trade, infrastructure and taxation

09.06.2026 11:04 1 min 2 sources
TMX Newsfile ENG + 1 more
Canadian RV and camping associations urge federal action on trade, infrastructure and taxation
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In Brief

At a press conference on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, RVDA and CCRVA called for trade protection under CUSMA, campground infrastructure investment, and tax status changes for private campgrounds. The industry supports 141,000 jobs.

The Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association of Canada (RVDA) and the Canadian Camping and RV Association (CCRVA) have presented a series of demands to the federal government. Speaking at a press conference on Parliament Hill in Ottawa were RVDA Chair Ken Dobson and CCRVA Chair Ellie Abou-Kay-Jammatolo.

Key demands

  • Trade protection: about 95% of RVs sold in Canada are manufactured in the US, making open trade under the CUSMA review critical for affordability and small businesses.
  • Infrastructure: investment in upgrading electrical grids for EV charging and campground development.
  • Taxation: change the tax status of private campgrounds, which are taxed up to 50% as passive investments.
  • Workforce training: funding for technical specialist training.

The industry supports 141,000 jobs and contributes $16.2 billion in added value annually.

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Canadian RV and Camping Associations Call for Action on Trade, Infrastructure and Taxation

30.04.2026 TMX Newsfile ENG Original source

RV and camping industry representatives discuss their policy priorities

30.04.2026 cpac.ca ENG Original source

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