Check your email every morning before you head out for class to check if any professors canceled class. At the beginning of the semester, mention to your professor that you are a commuter and would appreciate if they could email you when they plan to cancel a class ahead of time.

Make sure your car is prepared for the winter weather before you drive. Ensure you have good tires, traction, and brakes. Pack an extra blankets/coats in your car just in case you break down in the cold. Keep a scraper and a brush in the side door in case it snows through the day.

Head out early to leave time for slow driving. Scrape ice and snow off all windows before driving. If your key hole tends to freeze over, do NOT use hot water as this will only make things worse. Instead, invest in a can of lock de-icer which can be found at Walmart for about $3. Always brake early and slowly when driving in the snow. Also, remember that bridge surfaces, shadows, and low spots where water can collect will be the first areas to freeze.

Have your bus schedule handy either hard copy or on your phone if you use the BCRTA system.