RVDA 2017 Fall Newsletter

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President’smessage ............... 2
PastPresident’smessage ........... 3
Executive Director’s message . . . . . . . . . 3
newmember’sWelcome .......... 4-9
2017 RVDA of BC Dealer of the Year: JasonBell,ChemoRV .......... 10-11
DemcoAd ..................... 12 AnnualGeneralmeeting ............ 13 AGm&Fun-RaiserSponsors...... 14-16 Fun-RaiserResults .................17 Fun-RaiserPictoral ..............18-19 RVDACanada................. 20-24 VancouverislandRVShow .......... 25 RVTechnicianTrainingSeminars...... 26 news&Events................... 27 FirstCanadianinsuranceAd ......... 28
RVDA of BC
#195B, 1151 - 10th Ave., SW Salmon Arm, BC V1E 1T3
TEl.: 778-489-5057 FAx: 778-489-5097 EmAil: [email protected]
Congratulations
Mr. Jason Bell, Chemo RV Sales & Service 150 Mile House & Quesnel Recipient of
The 2017 RVDA of BC Dealer of the Year Award
We’ve Relocated
RVDA of BC
#195B, 1151 - 10th Ave., SW Salmon Arm, BC V1E 1T3
Fall 2017


President’s Message
As i commence my term as President of the RVDA of BC, i would like to begin by thanking everyone who attended our AGm and Annual Fun-Raiser Event and acknowledge all sponsors who enabled the Association to host a spectacular event at Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa. A pictural and sponsorship acknowledgment are included in this newsletter. i am very proud to announce a total of $8,710.00 was raised for our preferred charity Canuck Place which brings our total donation to $36,892.50 towards our nal goal of $50,000.00.
i would like to thank Chris Clarke, Traveland RV, as he steps off the Board after serving for many years including each position on the Executive. i would also like to thank Alex loosdrecht for his contributions to the Board which were always well thought out and provided direction and insight. We wish Alex the very best in his future endeavours.
At this time i would be remiss if i didn’t acknowledge our Past President, Jason Bell, Chemo RV, on receiving the 2017 RVDA of BC Dealer of the Year Award. i can’t say enough about this gentleman’s commitment to the RVDA of BC, his dealerships, staff, customer service, contributions to his community especially in this very dif cult year and last but not least his family. You are not only a respected peer but an incredible friend, Father and leader!!!
Upcoming events con rmed for the winter months include participation in 3 career fairs with multiple locations, The Trades Expo in Surrey and RV Technician Training scheduled January 16th-18th at okanagan College in Kelowna. Registration forms will be distributed to our members and available on our website shortly.
We are very excited to announce the RVDA of BC will take over management of the RV owner’s lifestyle Seminars held annually the 3rd week of June at okanagan College Kelowna Campus. We will be encouraging our dealer base to promote the seminars for new RV owners in addition to seasoned travelers who will bene t from the information. Dealers will receive rack cards to display in their shop and we will request you provide a link on your website for consumers to register for the event; sponsorship opportunities will also be available in the coming months.
i look forward to working with all members of the Association in the coming year, please don’t hesitate to contact me directly with any concerns or issues you may have.
Collin Yaretz President, RVDA of BC
miSSion STATEmEnT
The RVDA of BC is a member driven organization that promotes, protects, educates and enhances bene ts
for its members.
BoARD oF DiRECToRS 2017 - 2018
Executive:
President Collin Yaretz,
South Thompson RV Ltd.
ViCe-President Murray sullivan,
murray Sullivan
treasurer Ward Fraser,
Voyager RV
Past President Jason Bell,
Chemo RV Sales & Service Ltd.
Directors:
darren Johnson
First Canadian insurance Corp.
Gord Bragg,
hub City RV
Keith donkin,
northern Lite mfg.
Jon itterman,
okanagan College
tammy ramsay-Henderson
meridian R.V. mfg. Ltd.
Vicki Yan
industrial Alliance – iA-SAL
Greg nikkel
nR motors
Collin Yaretz
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Greetings to all RVDA of BC members and Friends; As i step down as President of the RVDA of BC i would like to express it has been my privilege to sit as President of the RVDA of BC for the past 2 years and have enjoyed the experience and education i have received serving on a
variety of committees and seeing our Board take direction to ensure the RV industry is healthy and prosperous in British Columbia.
i would like to take this opportunity to thank the members of the Board for their participation and direction which have enabled the RVDA of BC to move forward with issues which affect our industry, your support has been greatly appreciated. i would also like to thank the Directors who are retiring from the Board, the generous donation of your time is also acknowledged.
With regard to our government lobbying activities, we penned a response to the ministry of Housing following their recommendation that RV Dealers take responsibility for ensuring compliance for units imported into BC by consumers under the RiV with a new program suggested by the BC Safety Authority. This letter con rms the stance taken by the RVDA of BC and no further action is planned at this time, however if our dealers give us direction to pursue this
Hello and best wishes to members and friends reading our newsletter. The RVDA of BC realized a very successful scal year and were pleased to welcome new members, host RV Technician Training, host our most successful Vancouver island RV Show and Sale to date along with other memorable events which are recorded in this issue.
many thanks to our endorsement partners and sponsors which enable your Association to provide programs and bene ts for our members, your support is greatly appreciated.
if you have a chance, please visit our website: www.rvda.bc.ca and ensure your company/contact information is up to date. Any changes can be submitted via email to [email protected]. Should you have any questions or concerns with regard to your membership or member bene ts please don’t hesitate to contact us!
issue with the new nDP Government we will form a committee and forge ahead once again. Please click here to view the letter.
lastly, i would like to sincerely thank all members and sister Associations who generously donated to the Red Cross BC Fires Appeal; this has been a very trying time for everyone involved in all areas of BC which have been affected. To date over $100,000.00 has been donated by industry which is phenomenal!!
in closing i would again like to thank all members of this Association who realize the contributions we make go a long way to ensure stability in our industry and give voice to our concerns in government.
Jason Bell
Past President, RVDA of BC
Letter to Ms. Shannon Horner Director, Safety Policy and BCSA Liaison Building and Safety Standards Branch
in closing, Please join me in welcoming our most recent new members: Prevost RV & marine, Courtenay RV Specialists, Baseline Processing inc., Team RV Express, Waste logic inc., Scotiabank and PURiFYD. The following pages will provide an introduction to some of these members and their services. Please note if any members wish to submit an article or advertisement all submissions are published free of charge.
Thank you and i look forward to working with you in the coming year.
Joan Jackson
Executive Director, RVDA of BC
Past President’s Message
Executive Director’s Message:
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Jason Bell
Joan Jackson


Introducing Baseline Processing
Credit Card Processing
Understanding Your Rates
Making sense of your credit card processing statement can be challenging. The major Canadian Processors have a number of strategies they employ to keep merchants confused. The best way to see through their smoke and mirror tactics is to understand who profits from your fees.
There are three groups involved. First, the Networks are paid. Visa and MasterCard collect 0.10% on every transaction involving their cards. These rates are non-negotiable so we can skim right over them. The second group is comprised of all the banks who issue credit cards. When a bank issues a new type of card it’s assigned a group of rates. These are the card’s Interchange Rates.
At the moment every card type is given 6 Interchange rates:
 Card-Not-Present (Non face-to-face charges)
 Card Present (Swiped through a POS Terminal)
 Recurring (Multiple charges to the same card, by the same merchant,
following a very specific set of steps)
 Everyday Needs shopping (purchases from certain business types who
sell “necessities”)
 Grocery Store transactions
 Gas Station charges
Interchange rates progressively decrease as we move from Card-Not- Present (most costly) to Gas Stations (lowest cost). To further muddy the waters a 7th Category is being added July 1st. Now before you throw up your hands and give-up on ever keeping track of your fees let me just say this: The 7th Category is going to be hugely beneficial to many RVDA members. And that’s because the new category includes several sectors of the Travel & Entertainment Industry. Rent RVs? Own a Campsite? Your rates should go down July 1st. That’s the good news.
The not-so-good news is that the third group who profit from your fees, the Processors who complete the transactions, have to choose between lowering your rates and pocketing the difference. As you can imagine, they haven’t had a particularly good track record in these situations.
Fortunately RVDA members who transfer to the new Processing Plan will receive these rates automatically. If you’re unable to transfer before July 1st it’s a good idea to speak with your Account Manager. If you no longer have an Account Manager or don’t think you’ve ever had one I now look after the RVDA’s credit card processing. You should feel free to contact me with any questions.
Tom Bremner
604-606-7950 [email protected]
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Introducing Team RV Express
Team RV Express of Middlebury, In. announced late last month that the transport company has been unanimously approved as an Associate Member of the BC RVDA.
“We are extremely proud to be members of this organization,” said Team RV Express Territory Manager and resident of Langley, B.C., Devon Mason. “As we are a transport company in BC RVDA we believe we can provide a unique perspective that will be bene cial to the group.” Mason is an 11-year veteran of the RV industry and a life- long resident of British Columbia. He got his start in the business as a sales rep with Carriage RV in Millersburg, In.
“While I was a factory rep, I just expected units to show up to my customers like magic,” Mason said. “Now that I am on the transportation side, I have a whole new appreciation for how much work it takes to get an RV from point A to point B.”
While Team RV Express is based
in Indiana’s “RV country,” its roots are
in Ontario with a touch of B.C. on the
side. “Our ownership is from Kingston,
Ontario but also lived and worked for
many years on Vancouver Island,”
Mason explains. The owners—Mike and
Kelly McGee—have fostered a service
orientated culture that has spread across two countries, he added.
“In the last year Team RV has grown tremendously but we still maintain that close, personal touch with our customers,” Mason said. The company’s driver base has ballooned to the current number of 310 drivers from the 150 drivers it had at this time last year. Mason said the goal for the upcoming season is 350 drivers.
Team RV Express began 10 years ago with three drivers, according to Mike McGee. “There was me, my father in law and the guy who got paid,” he said through a chuckle. “So we’re pretty proud of where we are right
51796 Lovejoy Dr. Middlebury, IN 46540 Phone: 574-825-0090
now.”
McGee explained that Team RV Express’ niche in the RV
transport business came from his ability to speak French and English uently. “When we started out I approached many dealers in Quebec and helped them by translating their business needs to the reps in Indiana,” McGee said. “It has been a solid partnership that helped us grow and helped us be one of the top DPU carriers in the industry.” The DPU business model started in 2007 led to the birth of sister company Ready RV in October, 2014.
Ready RV does PDIs (pre-delivery inspections) for some of the customers Team RV Express delivers product to. Ready RV’s inception resulted from the dif culties dealerships in Canada encountered when they needed parts or warranties. A couple of the Team RV Express customers suggested they do
DEVONMASON TERRITORy MANAGER TEAM RV ExPRESS
the PDIs prior to delivering the units.
“It seemed like a natural ow for us to pick up the unit at the factor, perform the PDI, take care of any warranty issues that arose and then deliver the unit,” Mason explained. The four-bay shop the McGees opened in the fall of ’14 has since doubled in size
because of the volume of business. “Ready RV has been steadily growing like Team RV because it offers a full PDI service to units before they ship from Indiana,” Mason added. “Dealers that have come on board with this service have seen sales increase because units show up ready to sell.” Many RV industry analysts attribute the two companies’ rapid growth to a reliable transport service and a value- laden PDI. Either way there’s no denying that both Team RV Express and Ready RV have made an impact on the
Canadian RV market and will continue to do so.
“The union between us and BC RVDA should be a win-
win for all,” Mason concluded.
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Introducing “Waste Logic”
Introducing Waste Logic, now part of the BC RVDA
It is with great happiness that Waste Logic Inc. announces their membership with the BC RVDA.
Waste Logic is a local Canadian company established in 1992, acting on behalf of customers to find the most cost-effective waste and recycling solutions. We help manage expenses relating to the disposal of solid waste and recyclable materials from sites coast to coast. We service companies of all sizes including auto part stores, retirement homes, furniture warehouses, electronic superstores, and national grocery chains. We are excited to extend that same expertise to the BC RDVA with a no cost evaluation for members.
One call does it all, our staff has extensive training and knowledge of all our accounts and can effectively respond to any inquiries from the associates of the BC RVDA.
Waste Logic is independent of all waste hauling companies and leverages our over-all volume to ensure members of the BC RVDA the best pricing contract free. No more one sided, auto-renewing contracts to give members of the BC RVDA piece of mind.
Waste Logic brings our experience in the waste industry with a proven history of reliable service, cost savings, and environmental responsibility. Waste Logic is a unique organization that has many distinct advantages in dealing with waste haulers that can be of huge benefit to reducing costs for the BC RVDA overall.
British Columbia
Waste Logic Inc. Contact Ken
Phone (250) 675-4556 Email: [email protected]
For more information please visit us at http://wastelogic.com/ Edmonton, Alberta
Blair Penner
Calgary, Alberta
Waste Logic Inc., #103, 17704 103rd Ave., Edmonton AB T5S 1J9 Phone (780) 496-7697 Fax (780) 489-8481 email: [email protected]
Waste Logic Inc., Contact Rocco
Phone (403) 461-5079 Email: [email protected]
“We look at things differently”
Providing Waste Consulting and Management Services since 1992
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Introducing “Purifyd”
TO RVDA BC MEMBERS
It’s time to bring customers back to your store more often. It’s time to enhance your brand and build better relationships because the lifetime value of a loyal client is what really counts!
PURIFYD® delivers results in both these areas AND improves your gross profit in Sales, Rentals, Finance and Service.
PURIFYD® is a turnkey, health protection program delivered by you to your customers. Perfectly suited for families with young children and pets, elderly people and those who suffer from environmental allergies or sensitivities.
We are very pleased to become an Associate Member of RVDA BC. We specialize in providing customer health protection solutions for the RV, Automotive, Fleet and Public Transportation markets across North America.
We are headquartered in South Surrey, BC with sales offices across Canada and the US.
Contact us at [email protected] or 1-800-770-0711 to learn more. Ask about our special turnkey startup offer for RVDA Members.
INTRODUCING PURIFYD® – THE INNOVATIVE, HEALTH PROTECTION PROGRAM FOR YOUR
CUSTOMERS THAT IMPROVES YOUR CSI AND YOUR GROSS PROFIT.
STEVE DUNN FOUNDER|CEO PURIFYD®
WWW.GETPURIFYD.COM
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Keep Your Customers Healthier And BoostYour Profitability
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However...consumers whose vehicles are regularly decontaminated report less sickness and a higher level of wellness. Shouldn’t you be offering such a service to your customers?
Protect Your Customers’ Health and Improve your Gross
PURIFYD® is an ongoing health protection service applied, by you, to your customer’s RV. We recommend between 2 and 4 treatments a year to keep pathogen build-up in check.
The PURIFYD® service completely eliminates -on contact -viruses, bacteria, toxic molds & spores, allergens, numerous chemical contaminants (including odor causing VoC’s), and biting insects...meaning, you offer a unique solution to add peace of mind and convenience for your customers.
It is hypo-allergenic with no artificial scents and is safe for all surfaces and fabrics...meaning you can use it on any RV and save customers time.
PURIFYD® will help improve your relationship with your customers over the life of their RV ownership and keep them coming back to your store. And that improves your gross – in sales, service and the business office – as well as your brand.
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PURIFYD® is a turnkey program that comes bundled with our ‘Intelligent Chemistry’, leading-edge, best practices and an array of ‘Intelligent Marketing’ options that drive customers to your store. The Intelligent Chemistry in PURIFYD® is the world’s most effective and safest disinfectant and decontaminant. A hunter/killer of harmful germs, toxic molds and noxious chemicals. EPA registered as safe for the environment and Health Canada registered as safe for all commercial applications including food handling...peace of mind for you and your customers!
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RVDA Dealer of the Year
Congratulations to Jason Bell - RVDA of BC 2017 RV Dealer of the year
We would like to congratulate Mr. Jason Bell, Chemo RV Sales and Service, on receiving the 2017 RVDA of BC Dealer of the year Award!!
Jason has served on the RVDA of BC Board of Directors for many years including a 2 year term as President and also served in the capacity as Director on the RVDA of Canada Board. Jason’s undying loyalty to his family, business, staff and community are true indicators of how Jason conducts himself on a day to day basis and never searches out accolades for his accomplishments.
During the horri c re season this past summer Chemo RV stepped up to the plate even as the res were closing in on them to supply a “trailer village” for rst responders and offer relief wherever they could.
Much to his surprise, Jason received his award, presented by his father, Jack Bell, and surrounded by his family and peers at our Annual General Meeting on
September 6th.
Once again we congratulate Jason on his very well
deserved award!!!
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RVDA Dealer of the Year
A look back at Rink City, set up for re ghters at the 150 Mile Volunteer Fire Department. Angie Mindus photo.
Community support instrumental in ghting 150
Mile House res - a look back at rink City
ANGIE MINDUS - When the res broke out near 150 Mile House July 7, the community pulled together to ght the ames and help each other however they could.
For 150 Mile House business, Chemo RV Sales and Service, that support came in the form of a convoy of trailers arriving at the local re department which affectionately became known as “Rink City.”
Chemo owners and stage set up more than two dozen trailers equipped with air conditioning, whereever they could get them, for re ghters to sleep in at a time when sleep was a luxury.
Some trailers were parked above the hall, but the bulk of them were set up within the local skating rink, located at the re hall.
The location was the perfect spot for volunteers to get some much-needed rest between working 16 to 18 hours days, and was ttingly given the named Rink City.
“I can’t say enough about that,” 150 Mile Fire Chief Stan McCarthy said at the time of the generosity of the trailer donations.
“Everyone’s been incredible.”
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August 26, 2017
Dear RVDA Board Members and Staff,
I am honored to be asked to provide a letter of recommendation for Jason Bell of Chemo RV in Williams Lake and Quesnel, for the RVDA Dealer of the Year in Canada.
I have had the extreme pleasure working with Jason Bell of Chemo RV over the last six years. He has become a close friend and tremendous business partner since our first meeting. Jason's commitment to his staff and customers is unparalleled. He often takes the lead and takes it upon himself to champion the cause for any customer issues that may arise. He always looks for amicable solutions that are a win/win for all parties involved.
I was deeply moved to see Jason take the reins in volunteering and spearheading a campaign to help the groups and individuals affected by the BC wildfires this year. Even with his own family and dealership in peril, Jason made it a priority to solicit his various business partners to help the cause. It was without hesitation that Prime Time and Forest River stepped up to help the people of BC on behalf of Jason Bell.
Over my twenty years in this industry, this is the first time that I have personally seen a dealer proactively take the reins in organizing, supporting and providing key resources necessary to help various communities, groups and individuals devastated by such a disaster. Jason unselfishness continues to impress me. He leads by example and runs his business based on compassion, integrity and good old fashion hard work.
I hope my recommendation strengthens the many admiral characteristics of Jason Bell that you have personally experienced in the past.
Respectfully, Mark P. Kealoha
Dear RVDA of BC,
August 27, 2017
I am pleased to take an opportunity to extend our support of Jason Bell with Chemo RV Sales
as the RVDA of BC’s Dealer of the Year. Not only have I had the privilege of working with Jason these past few years, but many members of the team here at Coachmen Catalina have worked with and known him for many years. Our team has not only appreciated the business and relationships built with Jason, but he sets an example of leadership that I personally find impressive and motivating.
With the extremely unfortunate wildfires forcing, evacuations, and devastating losses throughout BC this summer; BC needed all the support possible. We are aware of the several of the things that Jason was able accomplish to assist the fire departments, Red Cross, and so much of the areas communities. Not only admirable in his financial support, donations, coordinating additional help, and his time spent helping out; but he did this all while being one of the individuals and businesses directly affected.
This year has shown so many citizens of BC, Canada, and the U.S. the Jason Bell that many of us have gotten to know and really appreciate over the years. The way he represents himself, and the business have been, and truly are a great asset to BC. Receiving your Dealer of the Year award is no small honor, and on behalf of the entire Catalina team I would like to encourage the recipient of the award this year to be Jason Bell.
Sincerely,
Chad Yotter
Western Regional SM Coachmen Catalina
COACHMEN RV, A DIVISION OF FOREST RIVER, INC. P.O. BOX 30 423 N. MAIN ST. MIDDLEBURY, IN 46540 PHONE: 574-825-5821 FAX: 574-825-7868
WWW.COACHMENRV.COM
A Division of Forest River, Inc.
Mr . Jason Bell, Chemo RV
I have had the extreme pleasure working with Jason Bell of Chemo RV over the last six years. He has become a close friend and tremendous business partner since our first meeting. Jason's commitment to his staff and customers is unparalleled. He often takes the lead and takes it upon himself to champion the cause for any customer issues that may arise. He always looks for amicable solutions that are a win/win for all parties involved.
On behalf of Atlas Trailer Coach Products, I would like to Congratulate you, on being named, RVDA of BC, Dealer of the Year!
You are very deserving of this award. You put others first, and go the extra mile to make sure everyone is taken care of.
This year, with the horrendous wildfires in your area, You, & Chemo RV staff, stayed in the danger zone as long as you possibly could, so you could help support the Fire Fighters & other support staff, in any way, whether it was delivering RV’s for them to stay in, or opening your RV Location, to be used by them.
I was deeply moved to see Jason take the reins in volunteering and spearheading a campaign to help the groups and individuals affected by the BC wildfires this year. Even with his own family and dealership in peril, Jason made it a priority to solicit his various business partners to help the cause. It was without hesitation that Prime Time and Forest River stepped up to help the people of BC on behalf of Jason Bell.
You give back to your community, on many levels, without blinking an eye.
Atlas Trailer Coach Products has proudly been doing business with Chemo RV for well over 25 years now.
I strongly support, the RVDA of BC’s recommendation, to submit Chemo RV for the RVDA of Canada award. The award could not go to anyone more deserving.
Over my twenty years in this industry, this is the first time that I have personally seen a dealer proactively take the reins in organizing, supporting and providing key resources necessary to help various communities, groups and individuals devastated by such a disaster. Jason unselfishness continues to impress me. He leads by example and runs his business based on compassion, integrity and good old fashion hard work.
Respectfully Submitted, Donna St.Germain
Branch Manager
Atlas Trailer Coach Products, Surrey BC
I hope my recommendation strengthens the many admiral characteristics of Jason Bell that you have personally experienced in the past.
August 26, 2017
Dear RVDA Board Members and Staff,
I am honored to be asked to provide a letter of recommendation for Jason Bell of Chemo RV in Williams Lake and Quesnel, for the RVDA Dealer of the Year in Canada.
Respectfully,
Mark P. Kealoha
Regional Sales Manager Prime Time Manufacturing
Phone: (574) 862-3030
WWW.PRIMETIMERV.COM
Fax: (574) 862-4739


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RVDA Annual General Meeting
The 2017 - 2018 Board of Directors were elected on September 6th. The current roster is:
President: Vice-President: Treasurer: PastPresident: Directors:
CollinYaretz
MurraySullivan
WardFraser
JasonBell DarrenJohnson,KeithDonkin,TammyRamsay-Henderson, Jon Itterman, Gord Bragg, Vicki Yan, Greg Nikkel
We would like to thank and acknowledge Chris Clarke who retired from the Board after serving many years on the board including all positions on the executive. Shown to the right Collin yaretz presenting Chris with an acknowledgement plaque. We would also like to thank Alex Loosdrecht for his service; unfortunately Alex was unable to attend the AGM.
Chris Clarke presented outgoing President Jason Bell with the honorary gavel as Jason takes up the position of Past President and Collin yaretz assumes the position of President of the RVDA of BC.
We are very excited to announce a donation of $8,710.00 has been made to Canuck Place Children’s Hospice following our Annual Fun-Raiser Event. This brings our donation to date to $36,892.50 towards our nal goal of $50,000.00
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2017 ANNUAL FUN-RAISER EVENT
THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR VERY GENEROUS SPONSORS AND PARTICIPANTS WHO HAVE SUPPORTED
OUR ANNUAL EVENT
PLATINUM SPONSOR
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DIAMOND SPONSOR
GOLD SPONSORS
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SILVER SPONSORS
BRONZE SPONSORS
PROUD SUPPORTERS
Samlex America Dometic RVDA of Canada Camp Out RV
NET PROCEEDS OF OUR LIVE/SILENT AUCTION & PUTTING CONTEST WILL BE DONATED TO:
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24th Annual “Fun-Raiser” Photos
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24th Annual “Fun-Raiser” Photos
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RVDA of Canada
Suite 145 – 11331 Coppersmith Way Richmond, BC V7A 5J9 604.718.6325 | [email protected] www.rvda.ca www.RVCareers.ca
We are pleased to return to our successful venue for the 2017 RV Dealers International Convention/Expo: Bally's on the Las Vegas strip!
The 2017 RV Dealers International Convention/Expo will put attendees at the Center of the Action, with all the convenience of being on the Las Vegas strip and the first class convention facilities at Bally's.
The RVDA Convention/Expo Committee is working to provide an array of workshops and networking events that will help dealers and their personnel build on an expanding market and “Gear Up for Success.”
The convention will also feature an expo of the RV industry’s leading companies offering products and services to help dealers improve profitability. This is the premier education event of the year for North American RV dealers and their staff!
RVDA of Canada Annual Meeting
Wednesday, November 8, 2017 10:15 – 11:30 a.m.
Please join the RVDA of Canada for this annual assembly, sponsored by iA-SAL / iA-VAG (Industrial Alliance), as we give a brief report on current association activities and programs. This meeting gives us a chance to review key association initiatives undertaken over the past year, and give you the opportunity to meet the RVDA of Canada Board and staff, as well as to network with your fellow Canadian participants.
This year, we will feature Michelle Dagnino, Generation Y Engagement Expert. This is the place to be if you want to learn more about working with Millennials and how to manage a Multi- Generation Workforce.
These fact-based, funny, and inspiring presentations leave audiences laughing, and empowered with new knowledge to take to their workplaces, schools, homes and communities.
We will also be unveiling the 2017 RV Dealer of the Year Presented and sponsored by Camping Canada’s RV Lifestyle Magazine and Camping Canada’s Dealer News, please join us in celebrating our new winner!
First Registrant: $709 (includes Vendor Training +Plus)
Additional Registrants: $689 (includes Vendor Training +Plus)
Vendor Training +Plus Only: $229 (available only with one paid convention registration from same dealership)
Vendor Training +Plus (Monday and Tuesday) is included in all full registrations.
Vendor Training +Plus Only. With one paid full registration your dealership can also register staff to attend Vendor Training +Plus only. It includes training courses provided by leading suppliers of products and services in our industry as well as an Opening Reception in the
Expo Hall.
Michelle Dagnino is a Gen-Y innovator, speaker, writer, lawyer and social entrepreneur. She has spoken to thousands of people around the world from students to educators, from workers to bosses about the issues affecting Gen Y, also known as Millennials, also known as “those kids living in your basement”. She uses statistics, compiled as psychographics and demographics to tell the stories of the generations.
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RVDA of Canada
Suite 145 – 11331 Coppersmith Way Richmond, BC V7A 5J9 604.718.6325 | [email protected] www.rvda.ca www.RVCareers.ca
A new promo video for RV Service Technicians!
Let the RV Service Technicians explain what they do! In this newly created video, a number of technicians, managers and service/parts department personnel were interviewed.
We asked them what makes their work so different and interesting and why they continue to enjoy what they do on a daily basis. The video aims to get people not familiar with RVs or skilled trades in general to imagine working in a job that is highly diverse with endless possibilities.
As you know, the RV technician's job is never boring as the technology is constantly changing. The trade combines 14 major trades such as electrical and plumbing into one skilled trade. Once the technician develops a good foundation, the work is limited only by their imagination. They are required to always think outside the box to troubleshoot and to perform diagnostics.
This video will truly inspire and excite you!
Help us broaden the reach by liking, sharing this video and adding to your playlist.
This video was developed with assistance from the following:
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RVDA of Canada
Suite 145 – 11331 Coppersmith Way Richmond, BC V7A 5J9 604.718.6325 | [email protected] www.rvda.ca www.RVCareers.ca
The RV Service Technician Trade receiving the recognition it deserves at the 2017 Skills Canada National Competition
We heard many participants say, “what an incredible trade. Why haven’t we heard about it before?” To which we always responded, “this is why we are here, to showcase our trade.”
The annual Skills Canada National Competition, hosted by Skills/Compétences Canada (SCC), was held from May 31 to June 3, 2017 in Winnipeg, MB.
The annual national competition hosts over 40 skilled trade competitions with over 550 secondary and post- secondary competitors from across Canada. The national competition is also a great venue to educate the public on skilled trades by providing demonstrations, presentations and hands-on experience. Through widespread promotion and industry participation, this national event aims to encourage Canada’s youths to consider skilled trades as a viable, rewarding career option.
As an organization, Skills/Competences Canada exists to encourage and support a coordinated Canadian approach to promoting skilled trades and technologies to youths. Students compete at the regional, Provincial/Territorial, National and ultimately at World Skills competition. Photos don’t do these competitors any justice as the level of competition is really high!
Since our first participation in 2013 as a Try-A-Trade® and Technology partner, we have introduced the RV service technician
trade wherever this event takes us. We were incredibly busy over the competition days as we were told we had “the best” activity throughout the building. We couldn’t have had such a successful showing of the RV service technician trade and other RV career opportunities without the help of local dealers and our sponsors.
Local dealerships provided great support during a very busy time of the year. Everyone showed up with great anticipation and eagerness to make some real connections with students, teachers and parents. There was a lot of noise, laughters and cheering throughout the competition days.
Leisure Travel Vans/Triple E provided a class B for display, which we proudly pointed out that the unit is manufactured in Winkler, Manitoba.
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RVDA of Canada
Suite 145 – 11331 Coppersmith Way Richmond, BC V7A 5J9 604.718.6325 | [email protected] www.rvda.ca www.RVCareers.ca
From the moment doors were open to the public, our booth was flooded with students, teachers, parents, competitors and even other exhibitors wanting to build their own folding stool. The line ups grew as the day passes and would take up to 2 hours! Once the participants were finished with their activity, they were welcomed to tour the Class B and learn about all the other opportunities the industry has to offer and the latest RV technology. Just as all the visitors had heard about our awesome activity, they also heard about the freshly baked cookies. The three ovens didn’t let us down and worked as hard as the volunteers did!
Once again, we absolutely blew everyone away with the complexity of our activities, the intricacy of the modern RV and the number of trades found in the one trade.
More photos can be found on the RV Careers Facebook page.
The following sponsors and supporters have provided tremendous support and made our participation possible for 2017!
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member to take advantage of these offers. Please log into the RVDA of
Canada member site to access thousands of deals and discounts under RVDA tab/summary of member benefits.
RVDA of Canada
Suite 145 – 11331 Coppersmith Way Richmond, BC V7A 5J9 604.718.6325 | [email protected] www.rvda.ca www.RVCareers.ca


Vancouver Island RV Show and Sale
The RVDA of BC enjoyed a very successful show last April with the participation of our Vancouver Island RV Dealers and Exhibitors. We realized an increase of 1,000 visitors over previous years who enjoyed 5 assorted RV Dealer displays, small bulk displays, exhibitor booths and educational seminars.
We would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Sylvia Thistle- Miller, Triangle RV, and her staff who created “Camp Triangle”. This display was awarded the Best Bulk Booth Award for the show and was subsequently awarded the RVDA of Canada’s national award as well. Great Job!!
We have started preparations for the 2018 show which will take place April 13th-15th. A new oorplan and registration forms will be available shortly.
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RV Technician Training Seminars
Our annual 3-day RV Technician Training Seminars were held January 17th-19th at Okanagan College with sold out attendance. Training was provided by Lippert Components and Progress Manufacturing (Equal-i-zer Hitch).
We would like to thank Atlas Trailer Coach Products (Presenting Sponsor), CRVA and RBC for generously sponsoring the event.
The next training seminars will be held at Okanagan College, January 16th-18th, 2018. Con rmed instructors are Truma Corporation, Dometic Corporation and Lippert Components. Information/ Registration forms are available on our website or by contacting the Association of ce: 778-489-5057 or [email protected] Please note registration will be capped at 35 students to accommodate hands on training.
ntP-staG Canada rV teCHniCian BursarY
Congratulations to our BC technicians who were awarded bursaries from RVDA of Canada during the summer months!!
Bursaries are proudly sponsored by NTP-STAG Canada
Joyce Cor eld, Arbutus RV, Teryn Hogan, Traveland RV Langley, Keith Veness, Sunwest RV, Lindsay Roberts, Snowy Peaks RV, Vonne Bergstrand, Fraserway RV Kamloops.
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News & Events
The RVDA of BC is very excited to announce effective immediately we are taking over management of the RV owner’s lifestyle Seminars held annually the 3rd week of June at okanagan College.
This event is designed to educate both new and seasoned RVers on a variety of subjects which will enhance their RVing experiences and lifestyle. Attendees will arrive to boondock on the college campus on Friday June 22nd and enjoy 2-1/2 days of seminars running June 23rd-25th.
The event attracts in excess of 130 participants who are eager to learn maintenance and tips such as tank treatments, towing tips, insurance information, snowbirding & full time RVing, travel destinations, solar panels and pre-trip inspections just to name a few!! Participants are never instructed to perform any type of repairs which should be addressed by a quali ed RV Technician.
We invite any members who would like to promote the seminars to add our link to your website: http://www.rvda.bc.ca/rv-owners- lifestyle-seminars and provide your customers with rack cards which contain information for them to register. if you would like rack cards for your dealership please contact the Association of ce and we will send out a stack for you.
Sponsorship opportunities will be available shortly and we thank you in advance for your support.
Rv Dealers International Convention/Expo
november 6th - 10th, 2018, Las Vegas
Please contact RVDA of Canada to Register: 604-718-6325 or [email protected]
RVDA of BC RV Technician Training Seminars:
January 16th - 18th, 2018, Kelowna
information/Registration forms are available on our website or please contact the association of ce at: 778-489-5057 or email: [email protected]
Earlybird RV Show,
February 22nd - 25th, 2018, The Tradex, Abbotsford
Please Contact Jeanette Good or Amanda Henschell at 1-866-739-4999 or www.rvshowsbc.com for further information
Vancouver Island RV Show & Sale,
April 13th - 15th, 2018, nanoose Bay
information/Registration forms are available on our website or please contact the association of ce at: 778-489-5057 or email: [email protected]
Rv Owners Lifestyle Seminars,
June 22nd - 25th, 2018, okanagan College, Kelowna
information/Registration forms are available on our website or please contact the association of ce at: 778-489-5057 or email: [email protected]
Upcoming Events
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