ICBC road safety coordinator talking to a woman at vancouver auto show

vancouver road safety coordinator posing with a phone suit

I love coming to events like auto show to talk to drivers about road safety. Leaving your phone alone is something really simple you can do to prevent crashes and help keep our roads safer for everyone. 📵🚗​

- Karen, Surrey & White Rock Road Safety Coordinator

​ #DrivesafeBC #LeaveYourPhoneAlone

Picture of snow falling on the road with the words "snow day = driving with caution"

With some snow falling in Metro Vancouver and rain expected later today, roads will be slick.
❄️Please slow down and give yourself extra time getting home.
❄️Reduce your speed and increase your following distance.
❄️Remember to switch on your headlights as visibility gets low.

#DriveSafeBC

Our last "Spring Forward" is here. As Daylight Saving Time begins, your body might take a bit to catch up. With darker mornings ahead, get plenty of rest and make sure your headlights and taillights are on.

#DriveSafeBC

Man wearing a seatbelt driving a car performing a shoulder check before changing lanes.

🚗💡 Shoulder checks matter!

Do a quick glance whenever you change direction or road position.
Check right before right turns, and always mirror + shoulder check before opening your door. Use them when pulling out, pulling over, changing lanes, and turning.

#DriveSafeBC

Light settings on the inside of a car panel

Ever notice cars in poor weather or near sunset without tail lights? 🚨 Auto settings and daytime running lights don’t always turn them on. If visibility drops below 150 m, switch on your headlights to see and be seen. Drive safe! #DriveSafeBC

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Our new blog breaks down common road hazards, from parking lot confusion to distracted driving, and how you can avoid them.🚘 🛡️ 

#DriveSafeBC #LearnWithValley #DefensiveDriving #BCRoads

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Two friends holding wine glasses and drinking

Happy New Year! 🎉 Still recovering from last night? If you’re feeling tired, drowsy, or hungover, rest up and don't drive. #GetHomeSafeBC #DriveSafeBC

Shoutout to the friend who plans the party and the safe ride home.🥂 If you're drinking this New Year's Eve, take transit 🚌, book a taxi/rideshare 🚕, or arrange a designated driver🚗
#GetHomeSafeBC #DriveSafeBC

ICBC spokesperson speaking to media

BC Highway patrol speaking to media

A trunk full of winter emergency kit items: Scraper, salt, windshielf fluid, blanket, shovel, safety cone, jumper cables. The license plate says "DRVSAFE"

An ICBC branded car and signage

#Newsrelease ❄️ Be winter ready: We're urging drivers to gear down and stay safe on B.C. roads ow.ly/ER3850Xys1p

#ShiftIntoWinter #DriveSafeBC #WinterDrivingBC

Picture of a rainy day with the words "rain and wind warning slow down and drive safe" on it.

Rainfall & wind warnings have been issued by Environment Canada in parts of B.C. today through Thursday night ⚠️

With visibility reduced, make sure you give yourself extra travel time. Slow down, use your headlights, and watch for pedestrians.

#DriveSafeBC #BCStorm

Rain and wind are crashing the Halloween party ☔💨🎃 If you’re driving tonight:
- Slow down and give extra following distance.
- Use low beam headlights.
- Watch for trick-or-treaters who might cross unexpectedly.
- Do not pass other vehicles when your visibility is reduced.

#BCStorm #DriveSafeBC

a group of firefighters standing in front of a firetruck. A person dressed as a ghost is seen in front of them holding up a sign that says "speeding"

a group of firefighters standing in front of a firetruck. A person dressed as a ghost is seen behind them holding up a sign that says "distracted driving"

Things you should ghost this Halloween 👻

Distracted driving, speeding, and not using headlights are truly scary. Firefighters see firsthand the consequences of these bad habits on our roads. 🚒

🎃 This Halloween, ghost these habits and help keep our roads safe for everyone.

#DriveSafeBC

A map of BC showing affected weather areas including Vancouver Island, the Lower Mainland, up North to Prince Rupert and East to Williams Lake.

⚠️ ​Rain and wind warnings have been issued in many parts of B.C. ⚠️ ​Drivers, slow down, watch out for flying debris and give extra following distance.​ If you start to hydroplane, decelerate and drive straight, do not break.

#BCStorm #DriveSafeBC

A graphic of a road sign that says "Oct 1-Apr 30 must use winter tires" in the background we see a snowy road

❄️ Winter driving season is here! Some B.C. highways require winter tires starting Oct 1. 🚗 Do your tires meet the requirements?

✔️ Both M+S (Mud + Snow) tires and Mountain/Snowflake tires qualify, but they must have at least 3.5 mm of tread depth

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#DriveSafeBC #WinterDrivingBC

ICBC Road safety coordinators at a booth in a hockey arena

We're at the @bchockeyleague showcase in Abbotsford talking to fans, scouts, and players about road safety! 🏒​

​Just like players adjust their speed and focus on the ice, drivers need to do the same on B.C. roads this fall. 🍂

​#ModernHockey #DriveSafeBC

Rain on wet pavement. Text says, "Rain expected in parts of B.C. Slow down and drive safe."

It’s a rainy Friday commute across parts of B.C.! Rain and wet leaves make for slippery conditions! 🍂🌧️ If you're driving:
• Slow down
• Use your head and taillights
• Watch carefully for pedestrians
• Leave lots of space
• If you hydroplane, decelerate and drive straight, don't brake

#DriveSafeBC

A map of highways in the south coast region

A map of highways in the southern interior region

A map of highways in the northern region

A map of highways in the border area of southern interior

❄️🚗 Winter tires are required on these routes starting October 1! 🚗❄️ Have you had your winter tires put on yet? Find out more about B.C. winter tire routes: ow.ly/SmM550X1bGI

#ShiftIntoWinter #DriveSafeBC #WinterDrivingBC

A highway with snow. A road sign says "Oct 1-Apr 30 must use winter tires" with an image of a vehicle and a truck with a trailer. A snowflake symbol and an M+S symbol are shown

Winter tires are required on some B.C. highways starting October 1! 🚗❄️

✔️ Both M+S (Mud + Snow) tires and Mountain/Snowflake tires qualify, but they must have at least 3.5 mm of tread depth.

Find out more: ow.ly/5eWh50WWarB

#DriveSafeBC #WinterDrivingBC

An image with text and circles. Text says "if you can't see the number, you need to do this on your commute." Each circle has a number in it except for you. Text below the circles says "slow down" "give yourself extra travel time" "Leave space ahead" "watch for pedestrians" "leave your phone alone"

Just kidding, you really do need to do all of these on your commute! Giving yourself extra time means you’re less likely to speed, get distracted, or make other risky moves.

With kids back in school and traffic picking up again, let’s all do our part to keep the roads safe. 🚗

#DriveSafeBC

students walking to school across a cross walk. Text says "31% of B.C. drivers admit to 'sometimes' speeding in school zones during school hours

#NewsRelease: School’s in but speeding shouldn't be. Our survey reveals drivers flunk on speeding near schools #DriveSafeBC ow.ly/NOSr50WMia4

An image of a BC road, lake, and mountains in the summertime. Text on top says "summer heat returns this weekend"

☀️ Road trip before summer ends? ☀️ Don't forget to pack the essentials (water, snacks, sunglasses, emergency kit) and check your tire pressure. If you feel too hot, pull over in the shade to cool off. Never leave kids or pets in a parked car. ow.ly/aZF550Wk1PB

#DriveSafeBC #BCRoadTrip #BCSummer

A windshield wiper on a car dash. Text says "heavy rain after a dry spell means slippery roads"

☔ Rain is making a comeback in parts of B.C. Remember what that's like? 🌧

After a dry spell, built-up oil/dirt gets stirred up by the rain, making things extra slippery.

If it’s been a while since you’ve driven in rain remember to slow down & allow 2X normal braking distance. #DriveSafeBC

an image on top of a family camping. On the bottom they are fishing. Text says "would you rather camp in the Rockies or go fishing in northern B.C.?"

Picked your route? 🚗 Check road and weather conditions before you go. DriveBC.ca gives real-time info on crashes, weather, and road conditions so you can plan ahead and travel safely.

Find out more: ow.ly/aZF550Wk1PB

#DriveSafeBC #BCRoadTrip #BCSummer

A map of British Columbia with the affected areas highlighted (Howe Sound, Whistler, Pemberton, Sunshine Coast, East Vancouver Island and Inland Vancouver Island)

⚠️​ Heat warnings have been issued in parts of B.C. today and tomorrow. If you'll be driving: Bring water, food, sunglasses, & an emergency kit. If you get too hot, pull over into a shaded area to cool down & rest. Never leave children or pets inside a parked vehicle.

ow.ly/Yxhh50WCZ4j

#DriveSafeBC

Split picture. Top picture is of a family going to kayak on the Sunshine Coast and bottom picture is of a family going on a nature walk in the Gulf Islands.

Picked your escape? 🚗 Don’t forget your emergency kit: bandages, antiseptics, medications, jumper cables, multi-tool, tire gauge, flashlight, spare tire, jack, lug wrench, reflective triangles, road flares, LED warning lights.

Find out more: ow.ly/aZF550Wk1PB

#DriveSafeBC #BCRoadTrip #BCSummer

A bike lane and a crosswalk

🚴 Nearly 4 out of 5 cycling crashes in B.C. happen at intersections. That’s why we partnered with the City of Kelowna in 2020 to add protected cycle tracks, multi-use pathways, and bike lanes — making cycling safer and more accessible. 
 
icbc.com/roadimprovements 

#DriveSafeBC

Split image. Image 1 is of a family doing a picnic under a tree. Image 2 is of a family enjoying icecream.

Treats planned? 🥨🚗 Don’t forget your emergency kit: pack a first aid kit, jumper cables, flashlight, spare tire, jack, lug wrench, and warning devices like LED flares or triangles. Stay safe out there! 
 
Find out more: ow.ly/aZF550Wk1PB 
 
#DriveSafeBC #BCRoadTrip #BCSummer

Image of 2 people beachcombing and paddleboarding.

Got your summer plans? 🚗 Pack a grab-and-go kit: food, water, charger, flashlight, radio, first-aid, meds, ID, cash, clothes, blanket, whistle, and copies of key documents. Be ready for anything on the road. 
 
Find out more: ow.ly/aZF550Wk1PB 
 
#DriveSafeBC #BCRoadTrip #BCSummer

a car on a BC highway driving under a digital variable speed limit sign

🚗 Speed contributes to over 80 fatalities and 2,000 injuries every year in B.C. That’s why we partnered with the B.C. government to install a variable speed limit system on Hwy 1 in Chilliwack — lowering speed in poor weather to help drivers stay safe.

icbc.com/roadimprovements

#DriveSafeBC

Top half of image: A couple with their mountain bikes standing by their car. Bottom half of image: A couple with their dog hiking in the woods. Text says: Would you rather mountain bike in the interior or hike on the North Shore?

Picked your adventure? 🚗 Make sure your vehicle’s ready too: check tires, top up fluids, test wipers, check brakes, pack an emergency kit, and fuel up often on rural roads. Do quick walk-arounds to catch issues early.

Find out more: ow.ly/aZF550Wk1PB

#DriveSafeBC #BCRoadTrip #BCSummer