VIDEO - Motorcycle Safety: Put Yourself in Their Shoes

video iconTAC Victoria's 'Vice Versa' campaign was first launched in 2002 and is aimed at car drivers highlighting the vulnerability of motorcyclists and the need to be more aware and actively look for them on the road. The campaign depicts a rider in everyday traffic conditions and a car driver who is attempting to change lanes.

Q&A - For Sale? How?

Q&A ImageWe are selling one of our cars this spring, actually its a westfalia van. Right now it's parked in our driveway with For Sale signs up in the windows. I understand that it can't be parked on any highway (streets) and I need the owners permission to park it anywhere else (I have permission to park it in the parking lot at work beside a busy street).

Radar and Laser Jammers

Laser JammerRadar and laser detectors are currently legal to install in your vehicle and use to avoid prosecution for failing to follow the speed limits in British Columbia. One has to ask why BC is one of the few provinces in our country that has not made this illegal. If you think like I do, inappropriate speed is a significant contributor to collisions and should not be encouraged in any way.

BC Injury Research & Prevention Unit

BC Injury Research & Prevention Unit LogoThe goal of the BC Injury Research & Prevention Unit (BCIRPU) is to reduce the social and economic burden of injury in BC. The Unit is part of the BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute and supports the development of policies and programs through research, surveillance, and the translation of evidence and knowledge for researchers, policy makers, practitioners, and the public.

Q&A - Crosswalk Confusion

Q&A ImageAt the corner of Johnson Road and Russell Avenue in White Rock there is a regular crosswalk sign that has been in place for many years. Two years ago, White Rock installed traffic lights along with pedestrian "Walk - Don't Walk" signals; but has not taken down the old crosswalk signs.