How do I prepare for my travel along BC highways?

The External link, opens in a new windowBC Ministry of Transportation web site provides links to the latest information on road conditions and road closures. or their counterparts in your area for trip maps and route information.

Many locations in Northern British Columbia and the Yukon that your cell phone will not work. Due to terrain, it is hit and miss even with a satellite phone. Something to keep in mind are locations to obtain gas. These are spread out and have limited hours of operation, most are open between 8 am - 8 pm daily. You may wish to visit External link, opens in a new windowBCAA. 

How do I get help when travelling along BC Highways?

Ministry of Highways maintenance contractors make daily patrols to keep up on highway conditions and address any issues.

How do I avoid getting myself hurt in a car crash?

The leading factors in fatal and serious injury crash are failure to wear a seat belt, impaired driving (alcohol, drug or lack of sleep) and speed.  Road conditions along BC Highways may change abruptly depending on the weather in the area. 

  • always wear your seatbelt whether you are the driver or passenger, don’t drive when you are impaired,
  • never accept a ride with an impaired driver,
  • don’t speed, and
  • drive according to road and weather conditions.

Obey all traffic laws, they were put in place for your safety.