By Dave Branco

April is Slow Down, Move Over month: Give room to road workers and first responders

Mar 30, 2026 | 3:18 PM

PRINCE GEORGE – For the first time in British Columbia, police across the province are dedicating all of April to the “Slow Down, Move Over” campaign to protect roadside workers and emergency crews. 

Drivers are reminded of the 70/40 rule: if the speed limit is 80 km/h or more, slow down to 70 km/h. If it is below 80 km/h, slow to 40 km/h whenever you see flashing amber, red, or blue lights on the roadside. 

The law, found in Section 47.02 of the BC Motor Vehicle Act Regulations, covers stopped construction vehicles, tow trucks, utility and maintenance vehicles, and police, fire, and ambulance units.

 “Slow Down, Move Over is not just being polite, it’s the law,” said Corporal Michael McLaughlin of BC Highway Patrol. He also said drivers should move into the lane farthest from the stopped vehicle when possible. 

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Drivers who do not follow these rules can be fined $173. McLaughlin said roadside safety has improved somewhat, but there is still a long way to go in changing driving habits.