Tag: Road Safety

Back Road safety at Valley View Drive intersection starting in August

City of Courtenay Nathan Maley -
Construction will soon begin on Back Road to help make a key intersection safer.  Starting August 5, crews from the...

Wet Road Safety Tips

News Justin Goulet -
Police are reminding drivers to be extra safe on the roads as more rain is expected in the region. RCMP...

BC to impose strong penalties for distracted driving

News Justin Goulet -
It's going to cost repeat "distracted drivers" a lot more to continue their high risk behaviour. BC's Attorney General...

Halloween Safety Tips from ICBC

News Justin Goulet -
Halloween is next Tuesday, but a number of celebrations take place this weekend. ICBC is offering up some safety tips...

The Safety Benefits of Winter Tires

News Justin Goulet -
Winter tires are now needed to drive on certain BC roads. ICBC's Joanna Linsangan says some highways on Vancouver Island...

Road Safety Tips for New Teen Drivers

News Justin Goulet -
(Contributed by Sally Writes) How To Beat The Nerves With These Teen Driving Tips The growing number of public transport options...

ICBC asking drivers to use good habits behind the wheel

News Elizabeth Young -
ICBC is asking drivers to look in the mirror when it comes to bad habits on the roadways. The insurance...

ICBC preps for long weekend

News Justin Goulet -
Roads are expected to be busy with the unofficial start of the summer road trip season this long weekend. Lindsay...

Keeping an eye out for motorcyclists

News Justin Goulet -
ICBC is urging drivers and riders to keep an eye out for each other. May is Motorcycle Awareness Month...

Emergency crews reminding drivers to watch out for road workers

News Justin Goulet -
Drivers are being reminded to slow down and pull off to the side if they see crews working on...

ICBC offering road safety tips for Family Day weekend

News Justin Goulet -
If you're planning on heading out for the long weekend, ICBC is asking drivers to use extra caution. Last...

Crews again reminding drivers to slow down and pull over

News Justin Goulet -
Emergency personnel are reminding drivers to be aware of crews working on the side of roads. Cumberland Fire Chief Mike...

RCMP reminding drivers of road safety

News Justin Goulet -
Mounties are reminding drivers to use extra caution with the winter weather hitting the region. Constable Rob Gardner says it's...

ICBC urging drivers to take extra caution in stormy weather

News Justin Goulet -
With Environment Canada suggesting Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast may see some snow this week, ICBC is offering...

National Day of Remembrance for Road Crash Victims

News Justin Goulet -
Today  is the National Day of Remembrance for Road Crash Victims. In each of the past two years, about 290...

RCMP reminding people to be safe during Halloween weekend

News Justin Goulet -
If you're heading out to Halloween parties this weekend, the RCMP are urging you to be extra careful on...
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