Lead photo: CRVA Board Meeting was held at the Delta Hotels Grand Okanagan Resort, nestled among the rolling hills and vineyards of Kelowna, BC.
CRVA AGM and Board Meeting, Kelowna BC.
A Special Report from our friends at CRVA, with photos by Melanie Taylor, RV Dealer News.
May 31, 2024 – Burlington, Ontario – The Canadian RV Association (CRVA) held its latest Board Meeting and Annual General Meeting (AGM) on May 22, 2024, at the Delta Hotels Grand Okanagan Resort in Kelowna, British Columbia. The event brought together industry leaders and stakeholders to discuss key initiatives and strategic directions for the coming year.
The meetings, which included closed and open sessions, provided a comprehensive overview of the Association’s activities and accomplishments. Highlights included the CRVA President’s Report, updates from the RVDA of Canada, Canadian Camping and RV Council, and Go RVing Canada, as well as discussions on membership, industry forecasts, and new business initiatives.
A special thank you was extended to Jeff McDermott of Wells Fargo Commercial Distribution Finance, who has served as the Chairman of the CRVA since 2017. Jeff’s dedication and commitment to the Association have been instrumental in advancing the goals and objectives of the CRVA. His leadership has left a lasting impact on the organization and the RV industry in Canada.
As Jeff McDermott steps down, the CRVA is pleased to announce that Marty Bloemberg of GLP Canada will serve as the new Chairman for 2024-2025. Marty’s extensive experience and passion for the RV industry will undoubtedly guide the CRVA to new heights.
“We are immensely grateful to Jeff McDermott for his extensive years of service and unwavering dedication to the CRVA and the Canadian RV Industry,” said Shane Devenish, President of the CRVA. “It has been a real pleasure serving under Jeff for the past 7 years and I look forward to the new perspectives and leadership that Marty will bring as our new Chairman.”
The CRVA remains committed to enhancing, protecting, and promoting the recreational vehicle industry in Canada through effective communication, positive relationships, and advocacy among industry stakeholders and government bodies.
“We look forward to the opportunities and challenges ahead with CRVA poised to continue in its work supporting the growth and development of the RV industry in Canada”
The CRVA Board for 2024-2025
Executive Committee
- Chairman – Marty Bloemberg, GLP Canada,
- Treasurer – Keith Donkin, Northern Lite Mfg,
- Secretary – Bryan Baker, Northlander Industries,
- Past Chairman – Roger Faulkner, General Coach Canada
Directors
- Director Chris Faulkner, General Coach Canada
- Director Dane Found, Roadtrek
- Director Matt Brannon, Northlander
- Director Jean-Simon Cote, Gulfstream Coach
- Director David Stefanuk, RBC Retail Group
- Director Chantal Robin, Northpoint Commercial Finance
- Director Dave Schutz, Schutz Consulting
- Director Melanie Taylor, RV Lifestyle Magazine
- Director Dwayne Torrey, CSA International
- Director Cameron Roblin, GLP Canada
- Director Mark Howlett, Truma Corp
- Director Mike Elias Triple E Canada
- Director Brad Harvey, Prolite Manufacturing
- Director Frédéric Delwiche, Prolite Manufacturing
- Director Matt Hill, Northern Lite
For more information about the Canadian RV Association, please visit www.crva.ca
Event photos by Melanie Taylor, RV Dealer News:
About the Canadian RV Association:
The Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association (“CRVA”) is a Canadian not-for-profit organization in existence for nearly 50 years. CRVA works closely with the RV Industry Association and accredited companies to develop the standards and codes designed specifically for Recreational Vehicles with a mandate to ensure that professional standards are maintained in the best interests of the consumer.
