6 Paths to Peace and Winter Safety on the Alaska Highway
Pass only when you are 100% sure it’s safe. This isn’t the best time. If you live or drive in the Peace region, you know that extra care and attention are needed in winter, when
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Can You Guess the BC Highway Mountain Pass Word Scramble?
Mountain passes have always posed special challenges for engineers and travellers – ever since we started blazing foot trails, carving out wagon roads, and ultimately laying down highways. But while steep grades and fast-changing weather
Behind the Scenes: Hanging From a Rock Face for Avalanche Safety
The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure Avalanche Safety Program is changing the landscape of avalanche control in Canada. Dropping explosives from a helicopter has traditionally been our weapon of choice for triggering controlled avalanches. But
BC RoadTrip Time Machine: The Malahat, circa 1966
A while back, we posted an invitation to Drive a BC Highway in 15,000 Photos. It was a fast-paced tour of the Coquihalla Highway from 2008 and an introduction to our Photolog program. That post
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
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
Driving Divided Freeways in BC: 7 Tips You Need to Know
There are many kinds of highways in BC: Rural highways, urban highways, primary highways, secondary highways, freeways and expressways just to name a few. Each type of highway serves a different purpose. For example, a