We all know the song "rain, rain go away, but I'm prepared to face the day", right? No? Well, you'll be singing along in no time as you learn how to get prepared for stormy weather by visiting https://t.co/cwVckOlnDF #BCstorm
Here are 10 tips to help your child become a safer pedestrian. We recommend reviewing these with your child to ensure they remain safe when they walk to school.
We're continuing our positive ticketing campaign this week, meeting high school students on their commute to school. Did you know? Distracted driving is a factor in 78 traffic deaths each year in BC (stat @icbc). Driving or being a passenger in a car remain a top risk for youth.
Heavy rain can reduce visibility. Drivers, turn on your headlights and taillights whenever weather is poor and visibility is reduced, slow down and increase your following distance to at least four seconds.
Live on the North Shore? Check out the North Shore Evacuation Guide. It outlines the steps to take during an evacuation. Pick up a copy at your local library or rec centre, or download: https://t.co/cyVUTJjAjM
#WestVan#NorthVan @NorthVanRC @WestVanLibrary@NVDPL@NorthVanCityLib
The River Forecast Centre has issued a High Streamflow Advisory. It is recommended that the public avoid swift moving water, watch out for falling branches, and clear away visible debris from storm drains and gutters.
Mark your calendars! The 2nd Annual North Shore Motorcycle Skills Challenge is happening on Sunday, September 5th. Improve your🏍️skills and train like the police...for FREE! @icbc@nvanrcmp
A fantastic day at @SNRecCentre with happy kids at our bike rodeo learning about biking 🚴♂️ and scootering 🛴safety with our @nsscbc team & partner groups! We also donated 13 helmets to the @SquamishNation Youth Club! TY @icbc for the grant for our 2 summer events! #NorthVan 🚒🚓
On September 7, many students will be returning to @WestVanSchools for the start of the 2021/2022 school year. A reminder to drivers: please obey all posted speed limits around schools. Our children are worth it.
The federal election is on Monday, September 20. If you have recently moved or are voting for the first time, make sure you’re registered to vote. Check or update online. #ItsOurVote
What a fantastic day for a Bike Rodeo! It was a great turnout with lots of happy kids biking 🚴♂️ scootering 🛴& taking part in fun activities with our partner groups! TY to @icbc for grant funding so we could provide helmets for the kids! #NorthVan@tsleilwaututh#Community
We were honoured to be invited to the #tsleilwaututh Nation to partner with #icbc and #nvanrcmp 's Integrated First Nations Unit for a bike skills and safety rodeo for the kids! So much fun!
Take a break from the heat at one of our City cooling centres.
1. City Library (120 14th West) open now
2. North Shore Neighbourhood House (225 E 2nd) June 26/27
💦Find cooling centre hours, water fountain + tips on dealing with the heat @ https://t.co/3KUWBlxUxs.
Our parks crews have been busy adding picnic tables to a number of parks. The newest are located at Ottawa Gardens. If you're having a picnic this weekend try to choose a spot in the shade.
Fun fact: All City picnic tables have a built in hole to hold your umbrella. so BYO ⛱️.