Browse our Canadian RV tutorials, organized by topic. More detailed guides are being added regularly.
The Canadian RV how-to library
This is the Canadian edition of RV Resources. Every guide is written for RVers in Canada: it uses metric units and Canadian dollars, points to Canadian government and industry sources, and takes account of provincial rules, cold winters, remote travel and Canadian campgrounds. If you travel south, our sister site RV Resources USA covers the United States.
Where to start
- New to RVing? Begin with RV Basics.
- Thinking of buying? See RV Buying, Ownership and Costs.
- Crossing provinces or the border? Read the Canadian RV Laws and Regulations.
- Preparing for freezing weather? Go to Winterizing and Storage.
These guides are general information, not legal or professional advice. Read our disclaimer and follow your RV manufacturer’s instructions.
Browse by Topic
RV Basics12 step-by-step tutorials, including campsite setup, hookups and winterizingMaintenance & Repairs8 guides: roofs, leaks, brakes, batteries and moreElectrical & Solar Systems10 guides: shore power, batteries, solar, inverters and troubleshootingPlumbing & Water Systems10 guides: fresh water, pumps, tanks, water heaters, freezing and troubleshootingPropane, Heating & Cooling10 guides: propane, furnaces, air conditioning, ventilation and CO safetyDriving & Towing6 published guides on handling, weights and towingRV Safety & Emergencies10 guides: fires, alarms, breakdowns, severe weather and emergency planningRV Winterizing & Seasonal Storage11 guides: antifreeze, batteries, pests, moisture, snow and spring startupCanadian RV Laws & Regulations12 guides on licensing, towing, insurance, border crossings, ferries, propane and more.RV Buying, Ownership & Costs12 Canadian guides on buying, taxes, financing, inspections and budgetsRV Troubleshooting & Diagnostics12 symptom-based guides to common RV failures and safe next steps