Transportation and Infrastructure

Highway 1 to reopen through Fraser Canyon

Monday, January 24, 2022 11:00 AM
Highway 1 to reopen through Fraser Canyon

Highway 1 through the Fraser Canyon will open to all vehicle traffic at noon on Monday, Jan. 24, 2022, marking another milestone in British Columbia’s recovery from November’s flooding.


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Students across province get moving for their daily commute

Thursday, January 20, 2022 9:15 AM
Two youth on bikes riding path with bike route signage and greenery

Students at 12 schools throughout the province will get more exercise and fresh air as part of their daily commute when the second year of the Active School Travel Pilot Program kicks off.


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Potential disruptions to inland ferry service

Tuesday, January 18, 2022 3:33 PM

People who rely on the Province’s inland ferry service are advised of the possibility of service disruptions over the coming weeks.


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Coquihalla Highway set to reopen to regular traffic

Tuesday, January 18, 2022 11:40 AM
Photo of the Coquihalla Highway (Highway 5)

On Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022, the Coquihalla Highway (Highway 5) will reopen to regular vehicle traffic between Hope and Merritt.


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Project begins soon to modernize Simon Fraser Bridge

Wednesday, January 12, 2022 9:30 AM
Photo of the Simon Fraser Bridge

Work will begin this month on an upgrade to the southbound Simon Fraser Bridge, extending the life of this important highway connection for people in Prince George and around the region.


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Fraser Canyon highway will close due to avalanche risk

Sunday, January 9, 2022 9:30 PM

The increased risk of avalanches is forcing the closure of Highway 1 in the Fraser Canyon from Yale (Victoria Street) to Boston Bar (Old Boston Bar Road) on Monday, Jan. 10, at 8 a.m.


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Alex Fraser Bridge closed; possible Port Mann Bridge closure

Thursday, January 6, 2022 3:20 PM

The Alex Fraser Bridge is closed in the interest of safety, and the Port Mann Bridge could be closed if weather conditions deteriorate.


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Bridge, highway closures possible due to winter weather

Wednesday, January 5, 2022 4:05 PM

With snow and freezing rain in the forecast for the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley, drivers are advised that provincial bridges and highways may be closed as needed to prioritize driver and passenger safety.


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Construction underway on Highway 99 transit, cycling improvements

Tuesday, January 4, 2022 11:00 AM
Construction underway on Highway 99 transit, cycling improvements

As part of the Highway 99 Tunnel Program, construction is underway on upgrades to the Highway 99 corridor to make transit more reliable and cycling more accessible.


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Construction begins at Barnston Island Ferry docks

Wednesday, December 29, 2021 11:30 AM

Barnston Island Ferry users are advised that repairs at both ferry docks will begin in January 2022.


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New DriveBC webcams help drivers plan ahead

Wednesday, December 29, 2021 10:00 AM
New DriveBC webcams help drivers plan ahead

People can “know before they go” to better prepare for their driving routes, thanks to 13 new cameras and 33 more views added to the DriveBC webcam network in 2021.


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Alex Fraser Bridge open, additional closures possible

Friday, December 24, 2021 2:00 PM

The Alex Fraser Bridge has reopened following a closure for public safety. 


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Weather conditions close Alex Fraser Bridge

Friday, December 24, 2021 7:40 AM

Drivers are advised that the Alex Fraser Bridge is closed for public safety reasons. 


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Province releases report on Old Fort access

Wednesday, December 22, 2021 1:30 PM
Province releases report on Old Fort access

Following an extensive review, the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure has determined the best option for access to the community of Old Fort is to continue using the existing road alignment. 


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Coquihalla Highway reopens to essential commercial traffic

Monday, December 20, 2021 9:00 AM
Coquihalla Highway reopens to essential commercial traffic

The Coquihalla Highway (Highway 5) has reopened between Hope and Merritt to essential commercial vehicles only following a month of extensive repairs.


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