Two proposed RV developments moving forward east of Enderby

At the Regional District of North Okanagan board meeting on May 20, two RV development proposals in the Mabel Lake area moved forward. If built, they could add nearly 150 RV sites. Terry Laursen plans a 127-site park, while Splatsin Development Corporation proposes 22 RV sites and 10 cabins.

Canadian company Rolling Bear Tiny Homes has introduced the Koala Bear, a compact tiny house on wheels for one or two people. It is built on a dual-axle trailer with a length of about 7.9 meters. Features include a living area with a foldable desk, a kitchen with a gas stove and oven, a bathroom with a bathtub and composting toilet, a second-level bedroom, and a loft for storage. Prices start at approximately 120,000 Canadian dollars (about 87,000 USD).

At its May 20 meeting, Togo council passed an RV registration bylaw, requiring owners of recreational vehicles used as seasonal dwellings to pay a fee between $100 and $250, depending on size. The bylaw aims to ensure fair remuneration for municipal services, as revenue from empty lots does not cover costs. Violations incur fines from $250 to $10,000 for individuals and $450 to $25,000 for businesses. The bylaw does not apply to empty RVs or those used for storage.

The owners of Arrowhead RV Park in Île-des-Chênes requested Ritchot council to ensure a buffer zone between their park and the new Oak River Meadow residential development. The developer proposed a 45-foot buffer, including a 25-foot no-outbuilding zone and 20-foot house setback, but owners demand a 50-foot buffer with additional trees and an 8-foot fence. The decision was tabled until June 17.

Dandy Auto/Marine/RV Ltd., founded in 1993, marks 35 years of continuous operation in the Airdrie and Greater Calgary area. The company has grown from a small automotive shop into a full-service facility for automotive, marine, and RV care, holding CAA/AMA certifications and being Southern Alberta's only Volvo Penta Certified Dealer. It also offers secure RV and boat storage with 24/7 surveillance and seasonal maintenance.

Honda has unveiled the 2026 Pilot TrailSport with a more aggressive design and standardized technology. The exterior features a larger grille, massive bumpers, and 18-inch wheels. Inside, a 12.3-inch Google Built-in display and 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster are now standard. The SUV is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 (285 hp), 10-speed automatic transmission, and i-VTM4 all-wheel drive. Starting MSRP is $64,796.