As the warm glow of summer sun begins to fade into the cool breeze of autumn, there’s nothing more important than being ready for fall. Don’t wait till the toques and parkas come out to get on top of the changing seasons. Stay one step ahead of the game with our handy Changing Season Checklist.

From preparing your car, home and yard from the chilly temperatures to come, to getting hold of the harvest’s tastiest treats from our BCAA Rewards Partners and exclusive savings on Vancouver Canucks games, we’ve got it planned out.

Get your car prepped

Fall is a crucial time to get your vehicle ready for winter, especially since many BC highways require winter tires or chains after October 1 (we’re looking at you, Yellowhead, Sea to Sky and Coquihalla).

First up, beat the rush and get winter road ready. Some of the most common calls for BCAA Road Assistance during winter are for dead batteries and tires being flat, underinflated, having poor tread or being in poor condition. Be the boss of winter driving by doing the following:

• Install your winter tires – avoid the rush and get your winter tires installed now before the first cold snap hits. Need new winter tires? Members save 5% at BCAA Auto Service Centres and Kal Tire.
• Check your battery Members save $80 on a new battery, and BCAA will come to you to install.
• Stock a winter driving emergency kit in your trunk
• Avoid the top 10 winter driving ‘snow pas’
• Learn how to avoid BC’s five most common winter driving problems
• Book an appointment for a fall maintenance service including an oil change at your BCAA Auto Service Centre in Kelowna, Nanaimo, Victoria or South Surrey. Members save 10% off labour on select services and receive an extended 2-year warranty on parts and labour (that’s double the industry standard!).

Fun fall activities you can enjoy at a discount

Once your car is prepped, hit the road to one of many BC fall events and activities where your BCAA Membership gives you a ton of discounts.

• Embrace fall flavours with a Pumpkin Spice Latte from Blenz Coffee and upsize for free.
• Hockey season is back! ! Save up to 30% on Vancouver Canucks, Abbotsford Canucks and Vancouver Warriors single game tickets.
• Sometimes a movie night is simply the best option. Save up to 25% on movie night bundles at Landmark Cinemas or get discount Freshslice Pizza for a cozy movie night at home.
• Going on a road trip, Save up to 20% on BCAA Rewards partners like car rentals, YVR parking and hotels.

Inside and out, get your home ready for fall and winter

Fall is all about transitions and being ready for what winter will throw at you. Use these crisp sunny days to get your home fixed up and maintained now.

• Complete on your fall home maintenance checklist, including sealing air leaks, checking and prepping your furnace or fireplace and fixing any cracks in your walkways.
• Learn how to heat your home without hiking up your energy bill, by switching your sheets, opting for thermal curtains or blinds and moving your furniture to effectively expose your heating!
• Insure your home with BCAA to get peace of mind that you’re covered for the unexpected like fire, water leaks, theft, damages and extreme weather events. Save 5% if you buy online. Plus, BCAA Members save up to 20%.
• Create the ultimate fall home vibes with warm colors and cozy touches—enjoy 25% savings on paint at Dulux and Cloverdale Paint!

Take a scenic drive to see BC’s fall colours

The one thing that really stands out about fall are those colours. To see the trees at their finest, there’s no better time for a road trip in beautiful BC. Here are:

• Five great road trips around the province, including the Sunshine Coast and Harrison Hot Springs
• 10 great restaurants and food experiences on Vancouver Island, including Saveur Restaurant in Victoria, and The Pointe in Tofino
• Eight getaway cabins that are perfect for the season

Before you go, check (and top up) your BCAA Car Insurance and link your BCAA Membership card to the Shell App to instantly save 3¢/L on fuel when using Shell EasyPay™. Not a BCAA Member? Join today and check out our range of Membership plans!

There you go, loads of ways to enjoy the greatest season of (f)all in BC. Wherever you roam this autumn, share your adventures with other BCAA Members in our new online community, BCAA Connect.