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ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · 10h

Due to job action by the BCGEU at ServiceBC locations, some of our drivers licensing services provided at these locations are currently impacted. For information on service impacts at each location, please visit our website at: www.icbc.com/icbc-and-ser...

ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · 7d

❄️🚗 Winter tires are required on these routes starting October 1! 🚗❄️ Have you had your winter tires put on yet? Find out more about B.C. winter tire routes: ow.ly/SmM550X1bGI

#ShiftIntoWinter #DriveSafeBC #WinterDrivingBC

A map of highways in the south coast region

A map of highways in the southern interior region

A map of highways in the northern region

A map of highways in the border area of southern interior

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ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · 9d

Our offices will be closed tomorrow for the stat holiday. If you need to file a claim, our dial-a-claim lines will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m or you can file your claim online 24/7 here: bit.ly/47rQJHI

More information on our holiday hours: bit.ly/3tiBYYL

Picture of a clock with the words "Holiday Hours"

ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · 13d

#NewsRelease: We're introducing changes to driver licensing services to better support Indigenous Peoples #ICBC ow.ly/tajE50X2jUn

An indigenous woman in the driver seat of a parked car. She is signaling with her arm. An ICBC driver examiner smiles at her.

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ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · 15d

Do you have a driver’s licence appointment coming up? Use this tool to ensure you avoid delays by bringing the correct ID for your appointment: bit.ly/47alTCr

ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · 26d

Winter tires are required on some B.C. highways starting October 1! 🚗❄️

✔️ Both M+S (Mud + Snow) tires and Mountain/Snowflake tires qualify, but they must have at least 3.5 mm of tread depth.

Find out more: ow.ly/5eWh50WWarB

#DriveSafeBC #WinterDrivingBC

A highway with snow. A road sign says "Oct 1-Apr 30 must use winter tires" with an image of a vehicle and a truck with a trailer. A snowflake symbol and an M+S symbol are shown

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ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · 29d

New to the province and need to get your govt ID or services card?

If you're not a driver, a BCID or a BC services card can act as a reliable piece of govt photo ID. Here's how:
📅 Book an appointment at a driver licensing office
🆔Bring accepted ID
📸 Be ready to get your photo taken

bit.ly/42QBDcY

An ICBC driver licensing location sign as seen from the sidewalk

ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · Sep 8

Just kidding, you really do need to do all of these on your commute! Giving yourself extra time means you’re less likely to speed, get distracted, or make other risky moves.

With kids back in school and traffic picking up again, let’s all do our part to keep the roads safe. 🚗

#DriveSafeBC

An image with text and circles. Text says "if you can't see the number, you need to do this on your commute." Each circle has a number in it except for you. Text below the circles says "slow down" "give yourself extra travel time" "Leave space ahead" "watch for pedestrians" "leave your phone alone"

ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · Sep 5

To book a driver licensing service appointment at any of our locations visit our website: www.icbc.com/locators

ICBC — Find a service

Find an ICBC service location near you.

www.icbc.com

ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · Sep 5

Driver licensing services at our Guildford Corporate Centre in Surrey will be reopened on Saturday as we successfully secured a solution through the Labour Relations Board. This ensures customers can access our services at this location despite ongoing picketing by the BCGEU and PEA.

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ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · Sep 5

👀 Did you spot us in Cowichan Valley?

We partnered with North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP & BC Hwy Patrol for Messages in Motion! Civi staff carried safety signs through high-crash intersections while officers conducted enforcement. 📵 They caught lots of seatbelt violations. A good reminder to buckle up!

ICBC staff, RCMP staff, and police officers in a board room holding up road safety signs

civilian staff crossing the street at a crosswalk with road safety signs

ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · Sep 4

This week’s commutes come with extra challenges. 💨 Smoke, hot weather, kids back in school, and more drivers on the road after summer break. Drivers, please slow down when visibility is poor, give extra time for trips, leave space on the road, watch for pedestrians and #LeaveYourPhoneAlone. 📵

A smoky rural road. Text says "stay focused on smoky roads"

ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · Sep 3

⚠️We never contact customers via text about driving infractions or outstanding debt and do not ask for payment via an e-transfer link in a text message.
If you receive a suspicious message, please delete it—it’s a scam.

ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · Sep 2

Driver Licensing Services & appointments at the Guildford Corporate Centre in Surrey are unavailable today, due to strike action by the BC General Employees’ Union. If your appointment is impacted you can rebook your appointment online, visit the Surrey Driver Licensing Office at 13426 78th Avenue.

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ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · Aug 27

🚸 Behind the scenes of back to school road safety! 🚸

Across B.C., we’re reminding drivers to drive safely with kids heading back to school. That means #LeaveYourPhoneAlone, watch for school buses, slow down in residential areas and always be ready to stop for pedestrians. ow.ly/TIst50WMt62

ICBC staff being interviewed in front of a news camera. They are on a sidewalk with a crosswalk in the background.

ICBC staff member smiling and pointing upwards at a school zone speed limit sign

ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · Aug 26

#NewsRelease: School’s in but speeding shouldn't be. Our survey reveals drivers flunk on speeding near schools #DriveSafeBC ow.ly/NOSr50WMia4

students walking to school across a cross walk. Text says "31% of B.C. drivers admit to 'sometimes' speeding in school zones during school hours

ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · Aug 21

⚠️We never contact customers via text about driving infractions or outstanding debt and do not ask for payment via an e-transfer link in a text message. If you receive a suspicious message, please delete it—it’s a scam.

ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · Aug 20

☀️ Road trip before summer ends? ☀️ Don't forget to pack the essentials (water, snacks, sunglasses, emergency kit) and check your tire pressure. If you feel too hot, pull over in the shade to cool off. Never leave kids or pets in a parked car. ow.ly/aZF550Wk1PB

#DriveSafeBC #BCRoadTrip #BCSummer

An image of a BC road, lake, and mountains in the summertime. Text on top says "summer heat returns this weekend"

ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · Aug 20

Hello, you can email us at [email protected] with the details of the issue that you are facing and the name of the location you visited. This will help us investigate the issue and provide you with more information. ^ap

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ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · Aug 20

Hi there, I'm sorry to hear that you are having difficulties getting a combined licence and services card. Please call us at 1-800-950-1498 and we can look into this for you. ^AP

ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · Aug 15

☔ Rain is making a comeback in parts of B.C. Remember what that's like? 🌧

After a dry spell, built-up oil/dirt gets stirred up by the rain, making things extra slippery.

If it’s been a while since you’ve driven in rain remember to slow down & allow 2X normal braking distance. #DriveSafeBC

A windshield wiper on a car dash. Text says "heavy rain after a dry spell means slippery roads"

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ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · Aug 14

⚠️We never contact customers via text about driving infractions or outstanding debt and do not ask for payment via an e-transfer link in a text message.

If you receive a suspicious message, please delete it—it’s a scam.

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ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · Aug 13

Picked your route? 🚗 Check road and weather conditions before you go. DriveBC.ca gives real-time info on crashes, weather, and road conditions so you can plan ahead and travel safely.

Find out more: ow.ly/aZF550Wk1PB

#DriveSafeBC #BCRoadTrip #BCSummer

an image on top of a family camping. On the bottom they are fishing. Text says "would you rather camp in the Rockies or go fishing in northern B.C.?"

ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · Aug 11

⚠️ Heat warnings have been issued in parts of B.C. today and tomorrow. If you'll be driving: Bring water, food, sunglasses, & an emergency kit. If you get too hot, pull over into a shaded area to cool down & rest. Never leave children or pets inside a parked vehicle.

ow.ly/Yxhh50WCZ4j

#DriveSafeBC

A map of British Columbia with the affected areas highlighted (Howe Sound, Whistler, Pemberton, Sunshine Coast, East Vancouver Island and Inland Vancouver Island)

ICBC @theicbc.bsky.social · Aug 8

Hi Conal, please try clearing your cache and cookies or try using a different browser for the web version. If the problem still persists, please let us know. ^ap

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