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Transportation

Evacuation alert lifted for North Cowichan as river flow levels begin to recede

Chemainus River’s water levels have stopped rising.
BC Transit Bus Lane

BC Transit will be free across Greater Victoria this New Year’s Eve

Start 2023 on the right foot!

Evacuation alert extended for parts of North Cowichan due to continued flooding

The evacuation will be reassessed today.

Tragic Christmas Eve bus crash near Kelowna leaves four dead and 53 in hospital

The bus flipped while driving on dangerous icy roads.

Here are live updates of current highway conditions on southern Vancouver Island (PHOTOS)

This article updates every 15 minutes!

Majority of Friday flights cancelled at YYJ amid freezing rain, provincial travel advisory

WestJet has suspended all YYJ and YVR flights today.

Province warns Vancouver Islanders to stay off the roads as freezing rain approaches

Power outages, snow and freezing rain are on Victoria’s horizon.

8 must know tips when travelling with BC Ferries during the holiday season

… the 9th tip is patience.

Victoria’s snowfall on Tuesday was 5th snowiest day on record since 1940

They recorded 29 cm of snow at YYJ!

These services and events around Victoria are cancelled due to weather

In case you were wondering 🤔

Arctic air warning for Victoria means outside temperatures will feel like -20°C

Buses, flights and roads continue to be affected.
snow on january 14th

BC Transit suspends all service in Greater Victoria for second day in a row

Due to snow and freezing conditions.

BC Transit suspends road service in Greater Victoria for remainder of day

Attempts to resume the service were unsuccessful.

21 travel tips for Victoria residents flying home for the holidays

Avoid flight stress with these travel tips

BC Ferries cancels all early morning trips; more cancellations on the way

The province recommends avoiding travel today.
Island 4 BC Ferries

BC Ferries sailings between Crofton and Salt Spring Island heavily impacted by cold weather

Broken vessels, cold weather and staff shortages, oh my!

Here are live updates of current road conditions on southern Vancouver Island (PHOTOS)

This article updates every 15 minutes!
Victoria Intersection

These are the top 10 collision prone intersections on Vancouver Island: ICBC

Can you guess which ones are the worst? 💥🚗
Bike Lanes Victoria

Tillicum Road to get additional bike lanes connecting Esquimalt cycling community

Plus, speed limits will be reduced to improve safety.

Passengers stranded after BC Ferries vessel loses anchor mid-voyage

Some reported they saw smoke.

ICBC claims rise by 94% after a week of winter-like conditions

Here’s a few driving tips to keep you and your car safe.
Victoria Harbour Road Bike Lanes

Victoria commuters like to bike or walk to work: 2021 Census

Lots of people taking the ol’ ‘shoelace express’ to work.

Over a dozen BC Transit routes affected due to Tuesday’s snowfall

BC Transit recommends leaving more time for your journey.

BC Ferries cancels remainder of Tuesday’s sailings on major route due to looming storm

With winds potentially reaching 90 km/h.

Here are live updates of current road conditions on southern Vancouver Island (PHOTOS)

This article updates every 15 minutes!

BC Transit warns commuters of potential delays with snow in the forecast

Plan for the worst and hope for the best! ❄️
BC Ferries Twitter

BC Ferries breaks records for revenue, net earnings and passengers carried in 2022

Overall revenue is up by $62 million.

Here are the roads that will be closed during the Santa Claus Parade this...

Temporary CCTV cameras will also be installed.

Sooke Road could be closed for ‘number of hours’ due to two-car collision: West...

One person being treated in the hospital.

Port Alberni highway to Tofino set to fully reopen two way traffic soon (VIDEOS)

After more than three years of construction!

16 women allege harassment in the workplace at BC Ferries

They’ve claimed gender-based discrimination.
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Motorists travelling over the Malahat this week can expect delays due to overnight closure

Drivers may experience delays as long as 20 minutes.

A new high-speed ferry service from Nanaimo to Vancouver is launching this summer

There will be two high-speed catamaran ferries! ⛴️

Victoria International Airport is getting a new 360-degree view air-traffic-control tower

Construction will be completed in 2026.

More on the way: Snowfall warning extended for parts of southern Vancouver Island

Yup, that’s snow out there! ❄️

BC Transit and BC Ferries offer free transportation to veterans on Remembrance Day

Wear your uniform or show your military ID to ride for free.

Uber and KABU continue to face major roadblocks when it comes to operating in...

What the heck is the hold-up?

Downtown Victoria’s bike valet set to close for the winter in early November

Many Victorians are sad to see it go.

Passenger banned from BC Ferries tried to sneak on with wig and high-pitched accent

Someone needs to work on their disguises.

Another ride-hailing service set to launch in Victoria on Thanksgiving Day

The company has been in operation since 2016.
BC Ferries Twitter

BC Ferries prepares for extremely busy Thanksgiving long weekend

There could be sailing waits for walk-on passengers.

Winter tires are required on BC highways as of this Saturday, October 1st

This includes the Malahat and Sooke Road (Highway 14).

Canada is removing all COVID-19 entry restrictions at the border as of this weekend

Masks and vaccinations will no longer be required.