Winter Tire Rules in BC
Although fall has just begun and much of British Columbia is still experiencing summer-like weather, it's time to think about seasonal tire changes.
Winter tire regulations will come into effect in BC on October 1, requiring winter tires on most of the province's highways, with a few exceptions in the Lower Mainland and parts of Vancouver Island.
- Legal winter tires must have at least 3.5 millimetres of tread depth.
- They must be labelled with the M+S (Mud and Snow) or three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMS) symbols.
- Commercial vehicles will be required to carry chains.
Drivers should prepare for the new regulations, which will be enforced starting next week.
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Author's summary: Winter tire rules start in BC on October 1.