CRVA News

  Roger Faulkner and Chris Faulkner with the 2027 Prolite travel trailer     HENSALL, ONTARIO — October 1, 2026 — General Coach Canada is pleased to announce the asset acquisition of the Prolite Brand, the well-established Canadian manufacturer of ultralight travel trailers, bringing together two respected names with deep roots in Canada’s recreational vehicle…

Story by Christopher Reynolds, Canadian Press June 18th,2026 Michael McNaught still recalls the rust-coloured shoreline of Prince Edward Island unfurling before him on his first recreational vehicle trip more than three decades ago. But connecting with fellow travellers and family along the way left an even bigger impression. “My grandpa had a CB radio in the truck,…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Burlington, ON – March 6th, 2026 The Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association (CRVA) is proud to announce that its year-long 50th Anniversary RV Giveaway campaign has raised more than $80,000 in support of Care Camps Canada, a charity dedicated to providing outdoor camp experiences for children living with cancer and their families. Launched…

For immediate release Whitby, Ontario ] — An exciting new chapter begins as Jamie McMillan proudly announces the purchase of Campkin’s RV Centre from longtime owner Roland Goreski, marking a meaningful transition built on respect, continuity, and a shared passion for the RV lifestyle. For years, Roland Goreski has been a trusted and respected name in the RV community. His…

February 3rd, 2026, Burlington, ON — Mississauga, ON – The Toronto Spring Camping and RV Show is excited to have Go RVing Canada as the featured speaker at this year’s annual Exhibitor Breakfast, presented in support of the RV Women’s Alliance and sponsored by RVDA of Canada and the Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association. Held before the show floor opens on Friday…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Burlington, ON – December 11, 2025 The Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association (CRVA) was recently honoured with the We Care Corporate Award from Care Camps Foundation, recognizing the Association’s year-long fundraising and awareness initiative supporting pediatric oncology camps across Canada. The award was presented to CRVA’s President Shane Devenish during the RV Dealers…

How a split from the mobile home sector in 1975 gave RVs their own national voice by Danielle Brost — August 19, 2025 Courtesy of RV West  When the Canadian RV Association (CRVA) was founded in 1975, it marked the start of a new era for the industry. Until then, Canadian RV manufacturers had been grouped together with the…

CRVA 50th Final Thought – 10 Days, Thousands of Kilometres, and a Lifetime of Stories Written by Shane Devenish on June 27, 2025. Posted in Blog. June 27th, 2025 Each year during CRVA’s Toronto Spring Camping and RV Show, I host a seminar for those curious about entering the RV lifestyle. Near the end of each one, I always share…

CRVA 50th Day 9 – Wrapping Up in Alberta and Passing the Torch Written by Shane Devenish on June 25, 2025. Posted in Blog. June 25th, 2025 I left Gas City Campground this morning after my Zoom call and bidding a fond farewell to Lloyd and Bev. Before heading out, they gave me a final recommendation—go camping near Kananaskis. They spoke so…

CRVA 50th Day 8 – Prairie Flatlands, Campground Kindness & Closing In on Calgary Written by Shane Devenish on June 24, 2025. Posted in Blog. July 24th, 2025 After a quick Zoom call this morning, I packed up, said goodbye to Anthony and Patricia, and hit the road westbound. If I had the time, I would’ve loved to explore more…

CRVA 50th Day 7 – Cold & Rainy Prairie Roads and Familiar Faces Written by Shane Devenish on June 23, 2025. Posted in Blog. June 23rd, 2025 I started my morning saying goodbye to Michael, the owner of the beautiful Tiffin Phaeton I’d parked beside at KOA West Winnipeg. After our great chat yesterday, it felt like parting ways with…

CRVA 50th Day 6 – Generosity in Winnipeg, a Personal Reminder and Meeting New Friends Written by Shane Devenish on June 22, 2025. Posted in Blog. June 22nd, 2025 Yesterday was one of those days that reminded me why I’m doing this. I spent the day at Transcona Trailer Sales in Winnipeg, who generously scheduled their Open House to coincide with…

CRVA 50th Day 5 – More Golf Carts, Great People & a Whole Lot of Gratitude Written by Shane Devenish on June 21, 2025. Posted in Blog. June 21st Today was my shortest travel day yet—and honestly, a welcome change of pace. I’d been pushing it pretty hard the first few days to make sure I’d arrive at Transcona…

Written by Shane Devenish on June 20, 2025. Posted in Blog, Business.   Full disclosure. I don’t think I’ve mentioned this yet, but before the CRVA Board decided we should do a 50th Anniversary cross-country RV tour, I had never towed an RV in my life. Sure, I have camped before—but it was always in a motorhome. So, when I…

  Written by Shane Devenish on June 19, 2025. Posted in Blog. In 1980, a 21-year-old named Terry Fox set out to do something unimaginable. After losing his leg to cancer, he began running a marathon a day across Canada to raise money and awareness for cancer research. He called it the Marathon of Hope. With every step of his…

Written by Shane Devenish on June 18, 2025. Posted in Blog, Business. June 17th, 2025 Day 2 started off in a very nice way for me. Bill, the co-owner (along with his wife) of the KOA in Sault Ste. Marie, stopped by my site to say hello as I was disconnecting—riding in a golf cart on crutches, no less. Despite…

June 16th, 2025 Yesterday at 9:45 AM, I left Burlington and hit the road for Sault Ste. Marie—my first leg of the cross-country journey, celebrating the Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association’s 50th Anniversary and helping raise funds for Care Camps. It’s been over 25 years since I last made the trip to the Sault, not since…

CRVA 50th Day 9 – Wrapping Up in Alberta and Passing the Torch Written by Shane Devenish on June 25, 2025. Posted in Blog. June 25th, 2025 I left Gas City Campground this morning after my Zoom call and bidding a fond farewell to Lloyd and Bev. Before heading out, they gave me a final recommendation—go camping near Kananaskis. They spoke so…

Burlington, Ontario-For immediate release The Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association (CRVA) reports that RV wholesale shipments into Canada for the first quarter ending March 31, 2025, totaled 9,987 units, representing a 23.5% increase over the 8,806 units shipped during the same period in 2024. According to data from Statistical Surveys, as reported by the RVDA of…