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Distracted driving results in more deaths in B.C. than impaired driving
Distracted driving continues to claim more lives on B.C. roads than impaired driving. Despite tougher penalties, more police enforcement and continued public education, on average, 78 people still don't make it home to their families every year because of distracted...
Apologies to motorists during Whistler paving delays.
Mainroad Howe Sound Contracting apologizes to those motorists caught in the delays along Highway 99 that have occurred this week. Highway paving was being performed as part of the annual remediation plan in advance of the coming winter. “The volumes of traffic we...
Taking a solar selfie is a bad idea while driving…
Planning to take in the upcoming solar eclipse? Please take a moment to review ICBC's safe driving tips: Please don’t attempt to take a solar selfie while driving. Please don’t wear solar eclipse glasses while driving. Don’t look up at the eclipse while driving. Know...