News1130 reports coldest winter in 20 years predicted this winter – expect dry conditions with lots of light snow. 

Time to “SHIFT INTO WINTER” and get yourself and your loved ones prepared.  Please print our Safe Winter Driving Tips to post in your home, your office, your school – share with family, friends and colleagues.

Tip Sheets 

Prepare your vehicle for winter weather.  Winter weather is hard on your vehicle and its engine.   Here are some tips to help you make sure your ride is up to the challenge. 

Prepare yourself for winter driving.  Driving in winter conditions can put you at even greater risk.  Ask yourself if the trip can be delayed perhaps by just 24 hours. 

Learn how to drive in winter conditions.  Snow and ice push our driving skills to the limit.  Do you know how to drive properly in winter conditions?  Here are some tips that could save you from problems when you are out on the road. 

Poster

SHIFT INTO WINTER’S OFFICIAL POSTER

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Shift into Winter is a joint provincial initiative supported by organizations committed to improving the safety of drivers during the winter months. 

• BC Road Builders (Highway Maintenance Contractors)
• BCAA Road Safety Foundation
• BC Trucking Association
• Insurance Corporation of BC
• Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure
• RCMP
• Trucking Safety Council of BC
• WorkSafeBC

External Links:

WorkSafe BC – has a multitude of information available on winter driving

Drive BC – for up-to-the-minute road and weather conditions

Tire Chain Up Info