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Local resources and selected, helpful web links that will help you make more sustainable, lower-impact transportation choices.


Local resources


 

BC Transit (B.C.)

Links to information, trip planners and other resources provided by transit authorities across British Columbia.

TransLink (Greater Vancouver)

News, information, trip planners and more from TransLink, which operates SkyTrain, bus, SeaBus, WestCoast Express and other transit systems in Greater Vancouver.

Victoria Regional Transit System (Victoria)

News, information, trip planners and more on transit options in Greater Victoria.

Driver Information (B.C.)

The B.C. government Ministry of Transportation offers information on summer and winter driving tips, highway routes and closures, border crossing news and information. There are also links to ferries, cycling and other transportation information.

BC Ferries (B.C.)

Information on routes, fares, reservations and news on the BC Ferries system.

Better Environmentally Sound Transportation (BEST) (B.C.)

BEST is a non-profit charitable organization that serves communities throughout British Columbia, actively promoting sustainable transportation and land use planning, and supporting pedestrian, cycling and transit-oriented neighbourhoods.

Cycling information (B.C.)

The B.C. government Ministry of Transportation offers information on B.C.’s cycling policies, along with links to cycling resources and organizations.

CSA vehicle emissions comparison calculator (National)

The Canadian Standards Association (CSA) tool provides gas mileage and emissions information for vehicles 1995 and newer, then compares it to other models. Some info, such as gas prices, is dated.

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Web resources


 

How to Go Green: Cars (International)

Treehugger.com’s How to Go Green: Cars guide offers information on the choices and options for car use.

How to Go Green: Hybrid Cars (International)

Treehugger.com’s How to Go Green: Hybrid Cars guide offers information on the choices and options available to those considering using a hybrid vehicle.

How to Green Your Public Transportation (International)

Treehugger.com’s How to Go Green: Public Transportation guide offers information on the choices and options in public transportation.

 

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Last Modified: Oct 31, 2010

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