BC Gov News

Heartfelt submissions and strong opinions permeate the more than 10,000 submissions and comments government received during its month-long consultation on distracted driving.

VICTORIA - At the halfway point of B.C.’s distracted driving consultation, it’s clear that British Columbians are very concerned about this dangerous behaviour and would support tougher penalties to curb it.

269 British Columbians lost their lives last year on our roads.

Drivers are advised to put their hand-held electronic devices away, as the Province's new distracted driving penalties hit British Columbia roads and highways.

The Province is taking a first step in what will be a two-part approach to protect British Columbians from distracted drivers on roads and highways.

After 48 sitting days, representing an estimated 330 hours of debate, government has delivered a successful legislative session that supports throne speech promises to control spending, open new markets and attract new investment, improve infrastructure, protect our environment and modernize B.C.'s laws.

Graduation season is fast approaching, so the Government of B.C. is reminding anyone hiring a charter bus service as part of the celebrations, to keep a number of important things in mind.

The Easter long weekend is a popular time for a spring getaway, but drivers are reminded that highways will be busy and road conditions may remain winter-like and dangerous in some parts of B.C.