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The RVDA of Canada actively supports the recreation vehicle industry. The programs, activities and government advocacy the association undertakes are introduced and developed by members, for members. We encourage all members to engage: our work is meant to support your best interests. If you have any questions about the RVDA of Canada’s role and what it can do for you, please contact your provincial or regional RVDA offices or the RVDA of Canada.
 
1. Communication:

• National Membership Directory: an annual compendium listing members, events, endorsement partners, board members, and offers advertising options
• The RV Compass: an annual overview of the RV sector in Canada
• bimonthly Newsletters, delivering news, industry updates and educational articles for all dealership personnel
• biweekly eBulletin / Stolen RV Report, delivers urgent updates and time-sensitive information
• “New Member” information packages
• email, fax and mail-outs of programs and members benefits.
• Go RVing Canada member update
• RVDA of Canada website, including member listing and “Members Only” area access to proprietary content

2. RVDA of Canada Endorsements:

• iA Dealer Services, Appearance Protection and Theft-Deterrent Solutions(Diamond Kote Appearance and Protection Products / InvisiTrak Theft Deterrent Program )
• iA Dealer Services, Creditor Group Insurance: Life, Accident & Sickness, Critical Illness,and Involuntary Unemployment
• SAL Protection Plan (SPP) Extended Warranty Program, underwritten by Industrial Alliance Pacific General (IAPG)
• Baseline Payments Inc., competitive merchant processing solutions.
• CORPAY currency risk management solutions
• Federated Insurance Employee Group Benefit Program
• Federated property and casualty insurance
• KYCS(Keep Your Community Safe), offers long range Bluetooth identification technology.
• DriveOn Protection for PermaSeal Tire Sealant utilizes the latest nanotechnology to create the only green, water soluble, permanent fix tire sealant available today.
• PURIFYD Systems ®, is an innovative subscription-like, health protection service.
• Spader 20 Groups with Spader Companies help dealers improve management skills.
• Wells Fargo Commercial Distribution Finance (CDF) delivers inventory financing solutions service.

3. Other general member benefits:

• Calendar of Events: stay on top of key national and international events
• Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation Compliance Guidelines
• Catalogue of educational and promotional materials available to members

Discount programs with:

• FedEx Express courier service
• John  Deere
• Petro-Canada
• Marks (WorkWearhouse)
• Member Deals (access programs)
• Perkopolis
• Petro Canada
• Purolator

Events that raise the public profile of RVDAs and the RV industry (e.g., participation in Skills Canada Competitions)

• Promotion of provincial and regional RVDA events
• Research of programs and technologies of benefit to the RV industry
• Association Advantage: unique coverages, services & preferred pricing, with Federated Insurance
• RVDA of Canada window decals

4. Dealer benefits:

• “Buy Local” campaign:  listing on national Buy Local website
• Charter member in Go RVing Canada coalition for the promotion of the RV lifestyle, including:
  • Go RVing Canada Dealer Tie-in Program, featuring RV marketing programs and resources
  • placement on the Go RVing Canada website – enhanced for above Tie-in Program participants
  • RV video footage available for promotional projects (TV quality)
  • Marketing Advantage Program with a library of Canadian RVing images; printable posters and other promotional material – free to Tie-in Program participants
• Dealer recognition and promotion
  • National Dealer of the Year Award
  • George Goodrick Emerging Leader Award
• Definition of a Professional RV Dealership: establishing dealer standards and building consumer confidence in Canadian dealerships
• Model Dealer Agreement
• Pre-owned RV Certification Program – with 90-day Coach-Net Roadside Assistance
• Representation on the board of the RV Educational Council / Mike Molino RV Learning Center
• RV Dealers International Convention / Expo: preferred pricing for members
• RVDA of Canada Code of Ethics emphasizes that your dealership adheres to the highest professional standards
• RVDA of Canada Strategic Plan: clear statement of annual objectives the association prosecuting on behalf of its members
• Stolen RV reports and database

5. Government advocacy on RV issues. Membership gives you a voice in:

• rectifying any legal or policy concerns of the RV industry
• proactively negotiating and providing  “expert” input on issues before they become policy or legislation
• includes member resources such as tips for grassroots advocacy and an Election Kit as needed.
• RVDA of Canada also provides members with resources for grassroots advocacy and an Election Kit to help members deal effectively with local and national issues

6. Education enhancement and staff recruitment programs:

• access to industry publications such as the RVDA of America’s RV Executive Today and to the RV Technician Today online resource
• discount rates on approximately 50 select industry publications and RV dealership manuals covering general dealer operations, Sales, Rentals, Service, AfterMarket, and F & I Departments
• Education Toolkit :a Catalogue of Courses and Resources
• national training initiatives (sales, marketing, F&I, parts management, technician training)
• preferred access to Mike Molino RV Learning Center resources and training, including Certification Programs for RV Technician, RV Service Manager, RV Service Advisor / Writer, RV Parts Personnel (Managers, Specialists), and Warranty Administrator
• privacy policy information and guidelines
• RVCareers.ca website for information on career opportunities in the RV industry
• NTP-Stag Canada RV Technician and Fixed Operations Personnel Bursaries

A catalogue of available publications and materials, including most order forms, can be requested from the national office or downloaded at the “Services – Professional development” link on the member side of www.rvda.ca.
 
7. Collaboration with US and Canadian associations affiliated with the recreation vehicle industry, including:

• Canadian Camping & RV Council (CCRVC)
• Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators (CCMTA) – member
• Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association (CRVA)
• Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
• Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) of America
• Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA)

8. Statistics and Other Industry Data:

• annual National RV Industry Payroll Survey
• annual participation in the Dealer Satisfaction Index (DSI) Survey
• compilation and distribution of provincial  legislation standards
• monitoring and evaluation of industry data such as RV shipments
• monthly summary of national RV sales statistics and a discount on detailed, customized reports
• quarterly and annual economic reviews
• study on the Economic Impact of the RV Industry

9. Specific Committees: Members are invited to participate on industry committees, including:

• Awards
• Education & Human Resources
• RV Dealers International Convention / Expo
• Funding
• Member Services
• RV Education Foundation (Mike Molino RV Learning Center)

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