British Columbia is launching a stronger, more ambitious climate plan to deliver on its commitment to reduce climate pollution and build a cleaner, stronger economy for people throughout B.C.

Safer, more skilled commercial drivers will be travelling B.C. roads with the implementation of mandatory entry-level training (MELT) for new Class 1 commercial driver’s licence applicants.

Students in grades 4 and 5 will learn biking skills and safety awareness at participating schools in Greater Victoria and along the South Coast as the fall session of Everyone Rides Grades 4-5 gets underway.

Government is launching a website to provide project information for drivers who will be travelling near the planned commercial vehicle inspection station three kilometres east of Terrace.

A new westbound passing lane on Highway 3 near Jaffray is complete, improving traffic flow, capacity and safety on the busy route.