Infrastructure
Kicking Horse Canyon Highway 1 July Traffic Notice
The Kicking Horse Canyon will continue to have intermittent stoppages (up to 2 minutes) and full closures (up to 2 hours) on the Trans-Canada Highway through the month of July. Highway 1 will remain reduced to 2 lanes of traffic through the Canyon for the duration of the planned work.
Drivers are also reminded that the speed limit on this section of the Trans-Canada Highway is reduced to 50 km/h until the work is completed.
Phase Two of Cottonwood Hill Project Underway
Changing weather patterns have severely impacted the Cariboo region in recent years, causing numerous landslides and road washouts in 2020 and 2021. The Cariboo Road Recovery Projects are underway to restore access where possible, benefiting the tens of thousands of people who rely on these roads and highways.
Major Blasting Complete on Highway 97 North of Summerland
July 8, 2024
The major blasting operation to remove unstable material above Highway 97 north of Summerland is now finished. Drivers will encounter fewer prolonged closures of more than 20 minutes, improving travel along the corridor.
New Commercial Vehicle Inspection Station Opens on Highway 16
June 24, 2024
Highway 16 in northwestern BC has become safer for all drivers with the opening of a new commercial vehicle inspection station, located just east of Terrace.
This station utilizes advanced transportation technology to streamline the inspection process for commercial vehicles, helping drivers save time, fuel, and money. It also offers a rest area for drivers, particularly those on long-haul routes.
Traffic Pattern Changes on Hwy 1 for Construction Between 216th & 264th Streets
June 24, 2024
With improvements underway on Highway 1 between 216th and 264th streets, drivers should be prepared for changes in traffic patterns due to construction activities.
Starting Monday, June 24, 2024, the fast lane on Highway 1 in each direction between 216th Street and 256th Street will be closed overnight.
The eastbound fast lane will be closed:
Evening Construction on Highway 1 in Saanich
June 10, 2024
Evening travelers on Highway 1 in Saanich are to be prepared for the Colquitz River Bridges Widening Project.
Overnight work will continue Sunday through Thursday nights until July 4, 2024. No work is scheduled for Friday or Saturday nights. During this period, the northbound right lane will be closed to accommodate the widening of the eastbound Colquitz Bridge.
DriveBC Website Revamp: Feedback Invited
June 10, 2024
The DriveBC website is undergoing a significant revamp, and public feedback is being sought on the proposed improvements.
For years, DriveBC has been an essential tool for drivers planning their trips, providing the latest information on road incidents, construction, maintenance, and access to highway webcams. The redesigned website aims to be more user-friendly, reliable, and personalized.
Highway 99 Construction at 78th Street Interchange
June 10, 2024
Drivers using Highway 99 in Delta should be aware that construction at the 78th Street Interchange is starting soon, with minor traffic impacts expected throughout the project.
From Wednesday, June 5 until August 31, 2024, the northbound Highway 99 HOV/transit lane will be closed in the construction zone between the Highway 99/Ladner Trunk Road interchange and the Highway 99/Highway 17 interchange.