RVDA of Canada Board – 2025
The RVDA of Canada held its last board meeting in Las Vegas, NV. This meeting serves as our annual meeting.
The RVDA of Canada Executive is as follows:
Chair: Jim Gorrie, Classic Trailers, Headingley, MB
Vice Chair: Ken Dobson, Leisure Time Sales, Quispamsis, NB
Treasurer: Marc Rémillard, Roulottes Rémillard, St-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC
Past Chair: Dale Hopkins, RV City, Morinville, AB
Since our last meeting, RV City has been sold to Allan Dale RV & Trailers and as such, Dale Hopkins has stepped down. We thank Dale for his numerous years on the Board and wish him all the best for his future endeavours.
Our next meeting will take place on April 9, 2025, in Ottawa, ON. We would normally be holding our advocacy day and Spark Street event on April 10, however, since the federal government is now dissolved, and the election is underway, we have decided to postpone the event until the fall.
New Endorsement Partnership
We are pleased to announce a new endorsement partnership with Waterfall Analytics (Wtrfll), a trusted leader in data-driven solutions for Canadian Pre-Owned RV sales and industry intelligence.
We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to RV Dealer News for initially showcasing data provided by Waterfall Analytics. Their features played a pivotal role in highlighting the value of comprehensive market insights, ultimately paving the way for the development of this strategic partnership. This collaboration underscores the importance of industry media in fostering innovation and growth within the Canadian RV sector.
For the first time, RVDA of Canada members will have access to real-time, data-driven insights to help them navigate the evolving pre-owned RV market with confidence. Through Waterfall Analytics’ intuitive platform, dealers can track sales trends, optimize inventory, and refine pricing strategies—all with up-to-date information that reflects the current market.
Powerful Insights at Your Fingertips
Waterfall Analytics offers three intuitive dashboards that help dealerships gain deeper market visibility:
- Current Inventory Dashboard – View all pre-owned RVs currently on the market, including average prices, total unit counts, and advanced search filters by RV type, model year, manufacturer, and location.
- Price Explorer Dashboard – A mobile-friendly tool that provides real-time price boundaries, unit volumes, and key filters to assist with trade-in appraisals and pricing decisions.
- Sales Explorer Dashboard – Track actual sales data, historical trends, and customizable performance metrics, helping dealers forecast demand and optimize purchasing decisions.
Exclusive Benefits for RVDA Members
RVDA of Canada members receive an exclusive 10% discount on Waterfall Analytics subscription plans:
- Basic Plan – Access to provincial-level data with a single-user login.
- Professional Plan – Full access to all three dashboards with nationwide data, updated weekly.
- Enterprise Plan – Full access with multi-user functionality for larger dealership teams.
RVDA of Canada members can start accessing Canada’s most comprehensive pre-owned RV sales data immediately by visiting www.rvda.ca.
Learn More & Subscribe: www.wtrfll.ca
Government Relations
Grassroots Advocacy re: tariffs
We have developed a Member Tariff Advocacy Kit to help members engage with policymakers, stakeholders and navigate through this critical issue. This kit is designed to provide the tools needed to effectively communicate the impact of tariffs on dealerships and the broader RV industry. The kit can be found on or website: RVDA Member Tariff Advocacy Guide
Included are:
✅ RV Industry Webinar on Tariff implication – A link to the webinar held February 6th, in case you missed it.
✅ Key Messages & Talking Points – Concise, impactful messaging to use when speaking with government officials, media, and customers.
✅ Briefing Letter sent by RVDA – An overview of the potential tariff issue, its implications for our industry, as presented to government.
✅ Template Letters – 2 Pre-drafted letters that can be personalized and sent to local Member of Parliament, and government policymakers.
✅ Economic Impact Report – Data and insights on how tariffs could affect RV affordability, jobs, and the overall economy.
✅ Guidance on Meeting with Elected Officials – Best practices for scheduling and conducting effective meetings with MPs and decision-makers.
✅ Draft Template for Remission Request – The government will launch a remission process. Remission is the cancellation of Crown debt and can be granted under various statutory authorities.
The RVDA of Canada is continuing to work diligently and is encouraging our members to become engaged. We will also be putting together an additional Election Tool Kit for members within the next few days.
NTP-Stag Canada RV Technician and Fixed Operations Personnel Bursary Program
Reminder: Bursaries are available.
NTP-Stag Canada has committed to a renewed 2-year agreement, increasing their contribution to $16,000 per year for the RV Technician and Fixed Operations Personnel Bursary Program. Each year, RVDA of Canada will award one $5,000 bursary and nine $1,000 bursaries to eligible RV service technicians across all Canadian provinces who are enrolled in RV apprenticeship or related education programs. Additionally, four $500 bursaries will be awarded annually to RV dealerships or their staff who have completed approved fixed operation education programs.
2025 Skills Canada National Competition
The 2025 Skills Canada National Competition (SCNC) is coming to Saskatchewan! We will be looking for volunteers.
SCNC is the only national, multi-trade and technology competition for students and apprentices in the country. Each year, more than 550 competitors from all regions of Canada come to SCNC to participate in over 40 skilled trade and technology competitions.
The SCNC provides hands-on work experience related to skilled trade and technology careers, on top of being visited by thousands of young students. The RVDA of Canada, through our RV Careers initiative will once again be present to highlight the RV Service Technician Trade as well as other career opportunities in the industry.
- Dates and Location: May 29-30, 2025, at the Regina Exhibition Association Limited (REAL) District.
- Sponsorship: Participating as an “Empowering Women in Trades” (EWiT) sponsor.
- Booth Details: A 100 sq. ft. booth will be set up for a “Try-a-Trade” activity.
Join us if you can!
Eleonore Hamm, President
Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) of Canada
Suite 145 – 11331 Coppersmith Way
Richmond, BC V7A 5J9
tel: (604) 718-6325
