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Transportation News

Driving Tip of the Month - Fog
Use your low-beam headlights. High beams reflect off the moisture droplets in the fog, making it harder to see.  If you have fog lights on your vehicle, use them, in addition to your low beams. Keep...
Monthly Driving Tip - Slow Down, Move Over
Drivers must slow down and move over when approaching police, fire, ambulance or tow trucks with amber lights flashing at roadside. Video
Monthly Driving Tip - CarFit
Did you know all that CarFit clinics are FREE? These clinics are designed to help older adults adjust their car to their body in the aim of keeping our safest drivers on the road! Keep an eye on the Council...
Monthly Driving Tip - Roundabouts
Roundabouts maximize safety while minimizing traffic delay. If you are concerned or nervous about using the different roundabouts across the city, please click here to learn all you need to know about...
Monthly Driving Tip -Visibility
There are four “layers” to visibility while driving – 1) headlights, 2) windshield, 3) eye glasses or contacts and, 4) your eyes. Dr. Kirsten North, a local optometrist, notes that scratched lenses or...
Monthly Driving Tip – If you had a traffic violation
If you had a traffic violation and you took a while to pay the fine, your driver’s license might be suspended without your knowledge. This would mean that you would not be covered in case of a collision....
Monthly Driving Tip – When you come across a stopped school bus
When you come across a stopped school bus with the stop arm activated and lights flashing (see photo), it is important to understand the rules. If there is no median on the roadway, all vehicles in all...