What Is Camping In Ontario?Camping In Ontario is the representative body of our 350+ members who are leaders in the camping industry in Ontario. Our board of directors is comprised of campground operators just like you!
Our MissionCamping In Ontario, as a vital and active stakeholder in tourism, supports member campgrounds in Ontario by providing professional development to campground operators, marketing to the camping public, and advocating to government.
Why Should You Become a Member?
When you become a member, you join an interactive community: members helping members is a core value of Camping In Ontario. Your Camping In Ontario membership grants you membership in CCRVC (Canadian Camping & RV Council) and TIAO (Tourism Industry Association of Ontario). One membership - three great associations! In addition Camping In Ontario’s dedicated staff is always available to answer your questions. If we don’t have the answer, we'll find it.
Professional Development
Annual Convention — Network with other campground owners, learn about issues facing your business and discover new technology to save you time and money.
CampEx (annual trade show) — Brings the companies that do business with the campground industry right to you all in one convenient location.
Spring Meeting and CampEx - Get ready for the coming season. Join us to keep up to date on regulation changes, take required training courses and become inspired for the coming season!
Virtual Education Online Seminar Series - Online education sessions and cracker barrels designed to connect and educate you from the convenience of wherever you are.
Resource Library – Access to the sample License of Occupation, Campground Owner’s Manual and many other useful forms and information.
Update - Our quarterly newsletter keeps members informed on trends, training, industry news and legislation.
Rapid-Fire Bulletins – Email blasts provide time-sensitive information affecting your business.
Promotion of your business
Your membership includes a listing on our three great marketing platforms:
Camping in Ontario print publication - 60,000 copies are printed annually and a digital version is also produced.
Website listing - W
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Advocating on behalf of the industry
Our dedicated staff continue to advocate for changes that affect our industry at all levels of government.
Municipal Government – support our members by facilitating connections between you and your municipal leaders.
Provincial Government – focus on critical issues facing the industry (Electricity, Sewage Works).
Federal Government – work with other associations on federal issues affecting the industry (CRA, Succession Planning).
Member Cost-Saving Benefits
Here is a sample of the benefits of membership:
- Campground Insurance
- Generous discount for online reservation system through CampLife
- 15% discount on all forms and other products through DELUXE (formerly Nebs)
- Special member pricing on exhibit space at ORVDA RV Shows
- Special member pricing on ORVDA technical training seminars
- Member discount with John Deere
So what are you waiting for? Join now and start reaping the benefits! Click here to sign up or call us at 877-672-2226.