RV Careers

What happens when the person scrolling your social feed becomes the person sitting across from your sales or service team?

That's where Keryn Lynn of Boat and RV Marketing gets interesting.

Keryn is joining us at the 2026 RV Dealers Convention/Expo, where she'll take a practical look at some of the opportunities dealerships may be leaving on the table, from turning existing demand into revenue to using technology more intelligently.

Before Vegas, you can get a sneak peek at her approach during her upcoming webinar, From Views to Leads, on August 19.

Because getting attention is only step one.

The bigger question is: what happens after someone likes a post?

Join Keryn for the webinar and see how she turns the gap between “someone engaged with our content” and “we have a real sales opportunity” into a process.

🎥 Register for the August 19 webinar

And if the webinar leaves you thinking, “Okay, what else has she got? ... you'll know where to find her in November. 👀

From Views to Leads: How RV Dealers Are Turning Social Content Into Real Sales Opportunities — RV Careers In this webinar, Keryn Lynn of Boat & RV Marketing will show how RV dealers, boat dealers and marinas can turn social media attention into real conversations, identifiable leads and sales opportunities.

🏆 Congratulations, Mark Passmore!

Third year RV technician apprentice Mark Passmore of Jerry's RV Trailer Sales & Service LTD. in New Minas, NS, has been named the $5,000 recipient of the 2025–2026 NTP-STAG Canada RV Technician Bursary.

Mark was recognized for his hands-on skills, commitment to learning and dedication to building a career in the RV service trade.

His achievement is also a great example of what can happen when industry talent is supported. Since 2017, NTP-STAG Canada has contributed more than $103,500 toward RV technician and fixed operations education across Canada.

👏 Congratulations, Mark, and all of this year’s bursary recipients!

Thank you, NTP-STAG Canada, for your continued support of Canada's RV professionals.

Read Mark's story and learn more about NTP-STAG Canada's continued investment in the next generation of RV professionals.

Nova Scotia Apprentice Mark Passmore Wins $5,000 NTP-Stag Canada Bursary — RV Careers Third-year apprentice Mark Passmore has been named the grand prize recipient of the 2025–2026 NTP-Stag Canada RV Technician Bursary, taking home $5,000 to support his training and career in the RV trade.

🔧 Ready to take your RV service skills to the next level?

The 2026 Trouble Shooter Clinic is coming to Truro, Nova Scotia, November 17–20, bringing 3.5 days of hands-on technical training to Atlantic Canada.

This is your chance to learn directly from industry experts, work with real equipment, tackle real-world troubleshooting scenarios, and build the diagnostic skills that make a difference in the service bay.

Whether you're building your career as an RV technician or looking to sharpen the skills you've already developed, there's always something new to learn in this industry.

📍 Truro, NS
📅 November 17–20, 2026
🔧 3.5 days of hands-on training
👥 Limited spots available

Ready to troubleshoot, learn and level up?

👉 Register today

2026 Trouble Shooter Clinic — RV Careers The 2026 Trouble Shooter Clinic is a hands-on technical training event for RV service technicians, taking place November 17-20 at the Inn on Prince Hotel & Conference Centre Truro. Over 3.5 days, participants will rotate through small-group sessions led by top industry suppliers, focusing on

Some career paths come with a five-year plan. Others take a few unexpected turns. 🚐

Neil’s started in culinary school, took him through the Alberta oilfields, and eventually led him to an opportunity as an RV technician. With the right mentors, a willingness to learn, and a growing interest in how things work, he went from PDI technician to Red Seal Journeyman Technician, and eventually to business owner.

Today, Neil runs Neil’s RV Service & Repair, where he’s building the kind of workplace that helped shape his own career: one where people can learn, develop their skills, and take pride in what they do.

His story is a great reminder that you don’t always have to know exactly where your career is headed. Sometimes, you just need to be willing to take the next step.

👉 Read Neil’s story and see where an unexpected career turn can lead.

And for those ready to take their own next step, Neil’s RV is currently looking for Red Seal Journeyperson Technicians and a Service Writer.

Finding His Calling: Neil’s Unconventional Journey from Culinary School to RV Technician  — RV Careers It is often said that career paths are rarely straight lines. For Neil, the journey to finding his true passion didn't start in a garage or on a dealership floor. It started in a commercial kitchen. If you had told him two decades ago that he would eventually run a recreational vehicle repair busin

🚨 If you like solving problems, juggling priorities, and thriving in organized chaos...the RV industry is probably "not" for you.

Because one day you'll be managing parts, learning every bolt, bracket, and backorder. Then before you know it, you're leading an entire service department. 😉

A huge congratulations to Rona Hynes on her promotion from Parts Manager to Service Manager at Vision RV! 🎉

It's a move that isn't made lightly. Managing parts gives you a front-row seat to the heartbeat of the service department. You learn what keeps technicians moving, what slows repairs down, and how every piece of the puzzle fits together. That knowledge becomes a huge advantage when it's time to lead the whole team.

Career paths in the RV industry aren't always straight lines. Sometimes they're winding roads that prepare you for opportunities you never expected.

Congratulations, Rona, on this well-deserved next chapter! 👏

It is with great pride that we announce the promotion of our Parts Manager, Rona Hynes, to head up our service department and take on the Service Manager role. Rona has been with Vision Rv for 8 years and knows many of our customers by name. This is a well deserved promotion and we are excited for the future!

Some careers don't just build businesses. They help build an entire industry.

After 31 years of dedicated service, Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association of Canada's President, Eleonore Hamm, has announced her retirement at the end of 2026.

Over three decades, Eleonore has championed RV dealers across Canada, strengthened relationships with government, supported countless businesses, and helped shape the future of our industry. Her career is a reminder that the RV world offers so much more than jobs on the dealership floor. It offers opportunities to lead, advocate, mentor, and leave a lasting legacy.

Every career starts somewhere. The impact you make is up to you.

Congratulations, Eleonore, on an extraordinary career and thank you for everything you've done for the Canadian RV industry. We can't wait to celebrate your remarkable legacy over the coming months. ❤️

🎉🚐 The RV industry is celebrating 40 years of RVDA of Canada… and we’re celebrating the people who make the adventure happen.

Because behind every RV adventure is someone who made it possible.

The tech who brought the “impossible” repair back to life. 🔧
The service advisor who somehow knows exactly what that mysterious noise is. 👂
The salesperson who helped a family find their first home-on-wheels. 🏕️
The team members who keep everything rolling when the campground is calling. 🚐

Over the past 40 years, the tools have changed, the technology has evolved, and thankfully… some workplace fashion choices have stayed in the past. 😉

But one thing hasn’t changed: great people are the engine behind this industry.

Whether you’re starting your first day, learning a skilled trade, or bringing decades of experience to the road ahead, there’s a place for you in the RV industry.

Here’s to the people who keep adventure moving. 🎉

Congratulations to Ryan on earning his RV Technician Red Seal certification! 👏🔧

Becoming a Red Seal RV technician isn't something that happens overnight.

It takes three years of apprenticeship, thousands of hours of hands-on training, technical instruction, and the determination to keep learning every day. Along the way, apprentices develop the skills to inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain the many complex systems found in today's RVs, from electrical and plumbing to propane, appliances, slide-outs, HVAC, and more.

That's a lot to master.

Ryan's achievement is a testament to his hard work and dedication, and to the mentorship and support he received from the team at Arbutus RV throughout his apprenticeship journey.

Congratulations, Ryan, on reaching this important career milestone. Wishing you continued success in the years ahead!

Curious about what it takes to become a certified RV technician? Learn more about the rewarding career path and apprenticeship journey through www.rvcareers.ca.

A major milestone worth celebrating.

Please join us in congratulating Ryan on earning his RV Technician Red Seal certification at our Port Alberni location.

Pictured here with the crew that helped along the way and manager Sarah, Ryan’s achievement reflects years of hands-on experience, technical training, and dedication to his trade. We’re proud to have his expertise on the Arbutus RV team.

Congratulations, Ryan!

Jack of all trades? Great. Master of YOUR department? Even better. 🛠️📊

The RV Dealers Convention/Expo doesn't do generic "one-size-fits-all" speeches. It’s split into dedicated track channels built specifically for what you do every day:

🚀 Sales & F&I: Trust-building tactics, buyer behaviour, and closing deals.
🔧 Fixed Ops: Cutting RECT time, parts inventory control, and service workflows.
📣 Marketing & BDC: Content strategies, lead response times, and reputation management.
📊 Leadership: Team retention, coaching, and multi-location growth.

🔗 Pick your track & register: www.rvdaexpo.com

Your career doesn't have to stay in the passenger seat. 🚐

If you've ever thought, "I'd love to make a bigger impact in the RV industry," this is your opportunity.

The RV Women's Alliance is now accepting Board of Directors applications and award nominations.

Serving on the board is more than a volunteer role. It's your chance to:
✨ Help shape the future of the RV industry
🤝 Build meaningful relationships with professionals from both Canada and the U.S.
📈 Develop leadership skills that strengthen your career
💡 Bring fresh ideas and create lasting change for women in the industry

Don't just watch the industry evolve from the sidelines. Be part of the conversations, the decisions, and the momentum driving it forward.

💼 Apply to join the board: https://ow.ly/4eCu50Zsocb

🏆 Nominate an outstanding individual or company for an RVWA Award: https://ow.ly/yVbP50Zsocc

Who comes to mind as someone making a difference? Tag them below! 👇