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Canadian winters are challenging, to say the least—especially if you’re a motorist. Weather conditions can be unpredictable, placing extra demands on our vehicles and driving skills.  A few simple tips, however, will help to prepare for the often hazardous conditions that lie in the months ahead.

“The first step in safe winter driving is to give yourself more time and slow down,”
“Most winter collisions occur when drivers do not allow for enough time or distance to brake effectively.”

Additional Tips

  • Keep a safe distance between you and the vehicle in front of you in case you have to brake suddenly on a slippery surface.
  • Get your vehicle winter-ready with a maintenance check-up.
  • Make sure you have sufficient windshield washer fluid in the reservoir and keep an extra jug in the vehicle.
  • Clear snow and ice from all windows, lights, mirrors, and the roof.
  • Install winter tires before winter begins. Winter tires are often not available later in the season. If re-using tires, check them to see if it is time to replace them.
  • Remember to check tire air pressure frequently, as it decreases in cold weather.
  • Prepare a winter survival kit for your vehicle. Having essential supplies can provide some comfort and safety for you and your passengers should you become stranded.
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Before Winter Storm

  • Properly winterize your home
  • Schedule a winter maintenance inspection with your mechanic, and install winter tires and new wiper blades. Also create a winter safety kit and store in your trunk.

During a Storm

  •  Stay off the roads. A blizzard can make roads impassable and leave drivers stranded.
  • Keep everyone, including your pets, indoors. If you need to go outside to clear snow, dress in layers, take breaks, and stretch in between shovelings.
  • To help prevent pipes from freezing and bursting, keep your home heated to a minimum of 18°C. Open cabinet doors in your kitchen and bathrooms to allow warmer air to circulate around the plumbing.
  • If you discover that pipes are frozen, don’t wait for them to burst. Take measures to safely thaw them immediately (such as wrapping pipes in warm towels or using a hot air from a hair dryer), or turn off the main water line and call a plumber for assistance.
  • If you’re going to be away, drain the pipes by shutting off the main water line and then run your taps until the water runs out. You should also flush all of the toilets to remove water from the tanks.

After a Storm

  • Once the storm has passed, check the snow accumulation levels on your roof, particularly on the downwind side where blowing snow typically collects. If there’s been a lot of accumulation, consult a professional contractor who can remove excess ice and snow safely.
  • Clear snow and ice from basement stairwells, window wells, gutters and around walls.
  • Keep sidewalks and front steps of your home clear of ice and snow to help prevent falls.
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