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When a man was pinned underneath a vehicle Aneil jumped into action, lifting the car so the man could get help. READ THE FULL STORYMember Stories
Alexander
BCAA Saves the Day truck with blown tire
BCAA Member Alexander tracked the tow truck right to his door using the BCAA App before a smooth recovery and $490 savings on optional car insurance!
Lori
Blown tire stateside, but the vacation vibes kept rolling with BCAA!
BCAA Member Lori feared her vacation was ruined when a tire blew in the middle of nowhere after crossing the border, but BCAA had the answers.
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Stephanie
Furry Friend got locked in the trunk so BCAA hurried to my call
BCAA Member Stephanie needed a fast response when her dog got locked in the trunk of her car with the keys inside – thankfully BCAA was soon at the scene to set her pooch free.
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BCAA covers all costs of cancelled bucket list adventure
BCAA Member David and his wife had to call off their dream vacation to Europe at the last minute due to a medical issue, but thanks to BCAA Travel Insurance, their bucket list trip was only delayed.
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Perfect day ‘unlocked’ thanks to BCAA
BCAA Member Lorraine was showing her relatives why our province is called ‘Beautiful BC’ until she locked her keys in the trunk at the worst possible moment. Thankfully, BCAA was there quickly to help get their vacation back on track.
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Corinne
Broken pipe flooded our kitchen and basement until BCAA Home Insurance came to our aid
Corinne feared the worst when an accident during a dishwater installation led to a ‘waterfall’ through her ceiling – then BCAA arranged a hotel for her family and took care of the rest.
Jocelyn
Car Battery issue almost ruined a special birthday dinner
Jocelyn was about to leave for her godchild’s birthday dinner when her car battery gave up. Luckily, a quick call to BCAA Battery Service fixed the problem, and she was back on the road in no time.
Dennis M.
Crisis averted on the way to Banff
Running out of gas is stressful, especially if you’re on the Coquihalla with no phone signal. Luckily, Dennis was able to get in touch with BCAA Roadside Assistance and help was soon on the way. Lesson learned, always pre-plan your gas stops on a big trip (or listen to your wife when they tell you to take the exit)!
Rita K.
How Rita avoided a $750 fix
Battery problems become incredibly common when temperatures arise. When Rita’s 12-year-old car would not start, she feared she was going to be on the hook for a $750 bill. But luckily a call to BCAA was able to ease her worries and the strain on her wallet.
Ruel P.
Have no fear, Moe is here
After coming home late from a long day at work, the last thing Ruel needed was a flat tire. Luckily, Moe knows not only how to quickly change a tire but also how to brighten someone’s day. Ruel’s story is just one of many we regularly receive about the awesome work that Moe does!
Angela U.
Going above and beyond when you need us
Angela’s family relies on their accessible vehicle for their five-year-old daughter’s transport. She became worried when her vehicle broke down that she wouldn’t be able to have it fixed in time, but BCAA stepped in to go above and beyond and ensured they’d be there to help before the body shop closed for the day.
Lauren W.
BCAA will get you out of any “jam”
BCAA Member Lauren is a cyclist extraordinaire, but there are times where she faces unexpected roadblocks and relies on her BCAA Membership to help her get back to her ride. On her most recent trip, her chain got jammed, but with the help of Roadside Assistance, she was able to get back on the road without even needing a tow!
Marilyn L.
40 years of Membership, a lifetime’s worth of protection
Marilyn is a 40-year Member and her family has used their Memberships when they were locked out of their vehicles, had flat tires or needed a tow. Now her daughters also have the reassurance of their BCAA Membership, so Marilyn knows they’re always protected while on the road.
Keith P.
What in the whomp?
BCAA Member Keith and his wife were driving from Northern BC to their home in the Lower Mainland when they heard the unmistakable noise of a flat tire. Right away, they knew to call BCAA.
Joanne N.
We never ‘tire’ of helping
When a nail tried to throw a wrench in Joanne’s plans, it was the annual holiday gift from her parents that helped save her day.
Anne R.
Something borrowed, something blue, BCAA comes to the rescue
When Anne and her husband’s car engine died on the highway en route to their son’s wedding, there was a moment of panic – ‘oh no, we have the dress!’ Learn how BCAA saves the wedding day.
Alana O.
Love prevails through an icy situation
When Alana’s vehicle slid on black ice and crashed on the Coquihalla, a proposal was the last thing on her mind. But thanks to the kindness of strangers, helpful tow truck drivers and a quick-thinking (now) fiancé, a love story was born.
Heather B.
A little help when you hit a bump along the way
During a road trip to visit family, our Member Heather B. and her husband experienced the unexpected. They not only received difficult news while on the road, their truck gave them some trouble, too.
The Dixon Family
Jurassic-sized holiday trouble on the road
The Dixons, an entire family of BCAA Members got a taste of the holiday blues when their “Jeep-o-saurus” almost became extinct on Christmas day.
John M.
Cross-border breakdown
While car trouble can happen anywhere and anytime, there’s added pressure when it happens to us when we’re far away from home. BCAA Member John M. and his wife felt the extra stress when they went for what they thought would be an easy-going road trip to the US.
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