Founded in Calgary in 1994 and now part of the global Tourism Holdings family, CanaDream has spent three decades turning the Canadian road trip into an art form. From seven gateway cities — Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Whitehorse, Toronto, Montreal and Halifax — its modern fleet of van campers, truck campers and Class C motorhomes carries you from the Icefields Parkway to the Cabot Trail, with one-way rentals and even winter-ready models built for −30°C. Every booking includes 24/7 roadside assistance and CanaDream Club membership, so you can simply point the wheels toward the horizon and experience Canada at your own pace.
CanaDream was founded on November 16, 1994 when brothers Brian and Rory Gronberg, together with business partner Blaine Nicholson, acquired the interests of Canada Campers and launched the company in Calgary, Alberta. It started its first season in 1995 with a fleet of 300 vehicles across five locations and grew steadily over three decades, marking its 30th anniversary in 2024. The company is now owned by Tourism Holdings Limited (THL), the New Zealand-headquartered group that is the world's largest RV rental operator; ownership passed first to Australia's Apollo Tourism & Leisure (a 20% stake in 2009, then a full buyout in 2017) before Apollo merged into THL in December 2022. As part of THL, CanaDream sits alongside global sibling brands including Road Bear RV, El Monte RV, Britz, and Mighty, operating from its Canadian headquarters in Rocky View County, Alberta.
CanaDream's modern fleet has grown to more than 1,500 RVs and is regularly refreshed so vehicles are typically less than three seasons old. The lineup spans truck campers and van campers through to full Class C motorhomes, including the Deluxe Van Camper (2 berths) and Super Van Camper (sleeps 2 adults plus 2 children), the Compact, Midi, Maxi and Maxi Plus motorhomes (4 to 7 occupants), and the Ford F-350 4x4 diesel truck camper. Motorhomes are built on Ford platforms with automatic transmissions and come equipped with a 3-burner propane cooktop, convection microwave, refrigerator, private bathroom with shower and toilet, furnace, air conditioning, solar panel, and 167L fresh-water tanks. A standout feature is the Winter Ready Maxi Motorhome, certified for operation down to -30 degrees Celsius with insulated and heated tanks, an upgraded 30,000 BTU furnace, and four coach batteries. Every rental includes a complimentary preparation kit and 24/7 emergency roadside assistance, with optional kitchen and linen kits and a wide range of add-ons available.
CanaDream operates a coast-to-coast network of seven stations: Vancouver (Delta, BC), Calgary (Rocky View County, AB), Edmonton (Leduc, AB), Toronto (Brampton, ON), Montreal (Mirabel, QC), Halifax (Elmsdale, NS), and Whitehorse (YT), the northernmost depot serving Yukon and Arctic itineraries. This footprint supports one-way rentals between most locations (all except Edmonton) and enables long-haul touring from the Rocky Mountains and Icefields Parkway to the Maritimes and the far north. The company serves a broad customer base, marketing explicitly to families, couples, first-time renters, and adventurers, while its membership in the global THL group brings strong international tourist demand from Europe, the UK, and Australia. Travelers also benefit from automatic CanaDream Club membership, which provides access to a large network of tourism partners, campgrounds, attractions, and fuel savings across Canada.
Van campers, truck campers and Class C motorhomes for exploring Canada — from compact 2-berth vans to 6-berth family motorhomes, including winter-ready models rated to −30°C. Exact vehicle can vary by station.
Compact Class B Ford van camper for two explorers; queen sofa bed, 2-burner cooktop and easy parking for nimble coast-to-coast trips.
Class B+ with slide-out queen and dinette; 3-burner cooktop with oven and a private bathroom, sized for young families who like to stay close to nature.
Ford F350 4x4 diesel truck camper with overcab queen and dinette; built for adventurers heading off the beaten track.
Easy-to-drive Class C motorhomes with queen, overcab bunks and convertible dinette; private bathroom and full kitchen make them a versatile family pick.
Spacious Class C with slide-out and CanaDream's winter-ready build, featuring heated, insulated tanks and an upgraded furnace rated for -30C operation.
The roomiest Class C choices at 30-33ft, with extra sleeping and lounge space for big or multi-generational groups touring across Canada.
CanaDream operates a network of pickup and drop-off stations coast-to-coast across Canada, from the Pacific to the Atlantic and up into the Yukon, so you can start your road trip close to your arrival airport. Stations are located in Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Montreal, Halifax and Whitehorse.
One-way rentals are available between stations, letting you pick up in one city and drop off in another. Travel into the USA is permitted; for trips beyond Canada, including USA or Alaska routing, confirm the applicable fees and conditions with CanaDream when you book.
CanaDream runs 7 rental stations coast-to-coast (Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Whitehorse, Toronto, Montreal, Halifax), enabling one-way rentals between most locations (one-way is not available to or from the Edmonton station). The Whitehorse base also opens up northern Yukon and Arctic-bound itineraries that few competitors reach.
A modern fleet (kept under ~3 seasons old) spans compact, midi and Maxi Class C motorhomes, deluxe and super van campers, plus a 4x4 truck camper. CanaDream also offers certified winter-ready Maxi motorhomes rated to -30C with heated, insulated tanks for true four-season travel.
Every booking includes a prep kit, 24/7 roadside assistance and automatic CanaDream Club membership (fuel savings plus access to a network of tourism partners). Optional add-on Kitchen Kits (per booking) and per-person Linen Kits let travellers arrive light and have the RV fully outfitted on pickup.
Midi, Maxi and Maxi Plus motorhomes sleep up to 7, with multiple beds and slide-outs for kids.
Certified Winter Ready Maxi Motorhomes rated to -30C, with heated, insulated tanks, a high-efficiency furnace and four coach batteries so the water and bathroom keep working all winter.
A modern, well-maintained fleet plus 24/7 roadside assistance and automatic CanaDream Club membership take the stress out of a first trip.
Seven coast-to-coast depots enable one-way rentals and regional itineraries spanning the Rockies, the Yukon and the Maritimes.
CanaDream operates 7 rental stations coast-to-coast: Vancouver (Delta, BC), Calgary (Rocky View County, AB), Edmonton (Leduc, AB), Whitehorse (YT), Toronto (Brampton, ON), Montreal (Mirabel, QC) and Halifax (Elmsdale, NS). This spread from British Columbia to Nova Scotia plus the Yukon enables true cross-Canada and one-way touring. Note that Whitehorse runs seasonally (full operations roughly mid-May through late September, with limited early-May and late-September schedules) due to extreme winter conditions in the Yukon.
The fleet includes truck campers (the Ford F-350 4x4 diesel Maxi Travel Camper), Class B/B+ van campers (Deluxe Van Camper and Super Van Camper), and a range of Class C motorhomes (Compact, Midi, Maxi, Large and Maxi Plus). Most motorhomes use Ford gasoline platforms with automatic transmission, while the truck camper is the only diesel unit. Budget 'Saver' tiers are also offered, where CanaDream assigns an available vehicle within a chosen size class.
Capacity ranges from 2 to 7 people depending on the model. Van campers like the Deluxe Van Camper sleep 2 adults, the Super Van Camper sleeps 2 adults plus 2 children, and the truck camper sleeps 2 adults plus 1 child. Class C motorhomes (Midi, Maxi, Large) sleep 4 adults plus 2 children, while the Maxi Plus accommodates up to 4 adults and 3 children. Always confirm exact berth counts for your chosen model at the time of booking.
Yes, all Class C motorhomes and the larger van campers feature a private bathroom with a flush toilet, stand-up shower and sink, along with an onboard fresh water tank. Be aware that water systems are typically disabled on most units from mid-October through April due to freezing risk. The exception is the winter-ready Maxi Motorhome, which CanaDream markets with heated, insulated tanks built for cold-weather operation. Confirm current seasonal water-system dates on canadream.com before you travel.
Base rates start around CAD $100 per night and are set by a dynamic pricing system recalculated roughly weekly based on availability, so earlier bookings generally cost less. Peak summer (typically mid-June through mid-August) commands the highest rates and is excluded from discount promotions. Shoulder seasons (May, September and early October) and winter offer the best value, with a standard minimum rental of around 5 nights year-round. Prices vary by season and year, so check canadream.com for current rates.
Rentals typically include around 100 km per night, and you can add prepaid kilometre packages or step up to an unlimited-kilometre option for longer trips. If you exceed your included allowance without prepaying, a per-kilometre overage is charged at drop-off, so estimating your route in advance is worthwhile for long itineraries. Because allowances and package pricing change, confirm the current figures on canadream.com or with a booking agent when you reserve.
Every rental includes $5 million third-party liability and collision coverage with a standard damage deductible. A refundable security deposit (up to CAD $5,000 in recent seasons) is required at pickup on a credit card. You can lower your liability with paid daily add-ons: Liability Reduction reduces the deductible to a lower fixed amount, and Liability Reduction Zero reduces it to $0 and adds windshield and tire protection. Reversing, overhead, undercarriage, theft and vandalism damage remain excluded. Verify the current deductible, deposit and add-on pricing in CanaDream's Terms & Conditions before booking, as these are reviewed annually.
The minimum driver age is 21, with no maximum age limit. A valid original driver's licence is required (photocopies are not accepted), and if it is not in English or French an International Driving Permit is strongly recommended. The licence must remain valid until at least one day after your drop-off date, and the credit card holder must be present at pickup. A standard car licence covers most CanaDream vehicles, though some Canadian provinces have endorsement rules for the heaviest RVs.
Yes, one-way rentals are available between most stations (Edmonton has been excluded from one-way service in recent seasons). Drop-off fees vary by route and are quoted at booking, and a longer minimum rental period often applies to qualify for one-way fee discounts. US and Alaska travel is permitted with a pre-booked US Travel fee (driving without it can void your insurance); a Northern Surcharge applies for Alaska Highway access, and certain remote Alaska highways such as the Denali and Dalton are off-limits. Confirm current one-way rules, fees and any travel penalties with CanaDream when you reserve.
CanaDream suits families, couples, solo travellers, first-timers, retirees and international tourists, with vehicles from compact 2-berth vans up to 7-berth family motorhomes and even pet-friendly options. A free preparation kit (propane, water, toilet chemicals and cleaning supplies) comes with every booking. CanaDream also offers an optional Kitchen Kit (cookware, utensils and dishes, priced per booking) and a Linen Kit (bedding and towels, priced per person); both are often bundled in free during winter promotions. Check canadream.com for the current kit contents and pricing when you book.
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