What NOT To Wear On The Coquihalla
It may be the 21st century, where almost anything goes as far as fashion is concerned…but don’t tell that to the Coquihalla or any of our highways spanning over our high mountain passes. As far
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9 Reasons to Watch for Wildlife on Westside Road and Beyond
While driving along Westside Road near Kelowna, one of our ministry staff got a bit of a wildlife surprise. Nine bighorn sheep were gathered at the edge of the road, overlooking the lake! Have a
Lose the Cruise Control in Winter
When it comes to winter driving, cruise control can make you lose control, wherever you are in BC. Snow, ice, slush, deep pools of water and even oil on water are slippery. These winter conditions
Winter Driving: How Not to Need a Tow Truck
A roadside expert generously shared his knowledge with us recently, to help drivers #ShiftintoWinter, and keep everyone safer on B.C.’s roads. Larry Styba rescues vehicles as part of his job as a tow truck operator,
How You Can Help Kelowna’s RapidBus Stay on Schedule
Whether you drive or use the RapidBus service in Kelowna, we have some important news for you. Based on monitoring and public feedback, the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure turned the city’s Highway 97 High
One Change to Slow Down and Move Over Rule Improves Safety
Slow Down and Move Over. It’s a pretty straightforward rule to follow, but we’ve made it even simpler to keep roadside workers safer. In a nutshell: if you see any vehicle stopped roadside with
Ski Underpass Safely Separates Skiers and Traffic
We created a tunnel under Hudson Bay Road to link the Bulkley Valley Nordic Centre lodge and parking lot, with dog trails and a big network of easy ski trails. Cross-country skiers now safely access more recreation options, without encountering vehicle traffic.
A List to Help You Travel Safely and Merry this Holiday
The holidays are here, and many of us are taking to the highways to visit friends and family, or dusting off the skiis/snowboard for those glorious mountains. But to get there, you need to be