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BCAA’s Evolve E-Bike Share Rolls Into Cumberland

BCAA’s Evolve is launching its public e-bike share service in the Village of Cumberland for the first time, with 6 new locations to make it easier for locals and visitors to explore more of the Village and other communities within the Comox Valley.

Evolve announced as new E-bike operator for North Vancouver

The City of North Vancouver and District of North Vancouver are welcoming BCAA’s Evolve as the new operator for the North Shore E-bike Share Program.

Summer Travel Trends Mean Savings on Travel Insurance - BCAA helps vacationers with tips to choose the right protection and save money

BCAA says that the latest travel trends are leading to more vacationers seeking help to choose the right insurance for their trip. And the good news is that many are saving money by making the right choice.

Evolve Expands in Nanaimo with New E-Scooters and More E-Bike Stations, Enhancing Micromobility Across the City

BCAA’s Evolve E-Bike and E-Scooter Share is expanding in Nanaimo with 21 additional parking zones and brand new this year, 60 Evolve e-scooters, increasing access to active, affordable transportation options across the city.

BCAA’s Evolve E-Bike and E-Scooter Share is Coming to Langford

Residents will be able to access e-bikes and e-scooters at 30 locations throughout Langford, along with Evo Car Share

70% of Drivers Unsure of BC's Slow Down, Move Over Law – BCAA Survey

A recent BCAA survey revealed that 70% of BC drivers admitted to having little to no knowledge of BC’s Slow Down, Move Over Law and 81% observed poor driving behaviour including failing to slow down and move over when needed.

BCAA’s Evolve E-Cargo Bikes Return to North Vancouver this Spring

BCAA’s Evolve E-Cargo Bikes are returning to the North Shore this Spring to give residents more options to meet their daily transportation needs in an active, sustainable and convenient way.

Happy 10th Birthday, Evo Car Share!

This month, Evo Car Share is celebrating its 10th birthday and a decade of transforming how people in BC get around without owning a car. Starting with just 250 hybrids in 2015 to now 2,500 vehicles, Evo is a made-in-BC success story, becoming the fastest growing and one of the largest car share providers in Canada.

BCAA and Hullo Announce New Partnership Offering Exclusive Savings for Members

BCAA and Hullo Ferries are pleased to announce a new partnership, offering exclusive fare savings to BCAA Members across the province.

BCAA Supports Post-Wildfire Strength & Recovery with New Fireweed Pin

The British Columbia Automobile Association (BCAA) is launching a new campaign to highlight strength and recovery after wildfires in BC. The fireweed plant is a sign of ecosystem recovery, flourishing after wildfires, and is featured on the new limited-edition BCAA Fireweed Pin available now.

BCAA Named a 2025 BC Top Employer

For the seventh year in a row, BCAA is a BC Top Employer according to the experts at Mediacorp.

BCAA and CAA’s Winter EV Performance Study Shows Winter Temperatures Reduce Battery Range

Driving an EV in a Canadian winter just got the ultimate stress test in a real-world winter EV performance study conducted this week by the British Columbia Automobile Association (BCAA) in partnership with the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA).

BCAA Shares Winter Driving Tips for Drivers to Stay Safe on the Road

With snow forecast for regions of British Columbia, BCAA reminds everyone to brush up on their winter driving knowledge and ensure they and their vehicles are ready to stay safe on the roads.

BCAA Reports Out on Programs to Defend Against Wildfires – BCAA Impact Report Highlights Actions to Tackle Major Challenge for BC

The British Columbia Automobile Association (BCAA)’s 2024 Impact Report released today reinforces its commitment to take more action to tackle wildfires and protect the people and communities of BC.

Lack of fast and reliable public charging tops the list of challenges for B.C. EV owners, says CAA survey

B.C. Electric Vehicle (EV) owners say a lack of reliable and convenient public charging remains their biggest problem, even though 8 in 10 of them plan to buy another EV next time.

BCAA Wraps Up Successful Evolve E-Cargo Bike Pilot in North Vancouver, with E-Cargo Bikes set to return in spring 2025

BCAA announces that its Evolve E-Cargo Bike pilot will return in spring 2025 after a successful six-week pilot this fall. From September to October 2024, the Evolve E-Cargo Bike pilot program made two types of e-cargo bikes available for free public use, to promote more sustainable transportation options on the North Shore.

New Immigrant Services Society of BC and Evo Car Share partnership brings affordable driving options to newcomers, reducing the daily cost of living in B.C.

Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) and Evo Car Share are partnering to bridge the mobility gap for newcomers, including immigrants, refugees and students, providing flexible transportation options for them to get around town for education, employment, and to connect with the community.

North Vancouver Rolls Out B.C.’s First E-Cargo Bike Pilot in Partnership with BCAA’s Evolve E-Bike Share

In partnership with the District of North Vancouver (DNV) and the City of North Vancouver (CNV), BCAA’s Evolve E-Bike Share is launching an innovative E-Cargo Bike Pilot Program for North Vancouver locals – the first of its kind in British Columbia.

BCAA’s Evolve E-Bike Share in Whistler sees boost in users and trips, saving more emissions

BCAA’s Evolve-E-Bike Share program in Whistler has had a strong season so far, following this year’s expansion of e-bikes and parking zones

BCAA reminds British Columbians to brush up on their driving homework ahead of back-to-school

As people across British Columbia prepare for back-to-school season, BCAA is reminding everyone to brush up on their road safety skills by reviewing top driving tips to keep school zones safe.

New Canadian Mental Health Association, Vancouver-Fraser Branch & BCAA Partnership Supports Firefighters’ Psychological Health

The Canadian Mental Health Association, Vancouver-Fraser (CMHA VF) Branch and BCAA are announcing a new partnership to bring valuable mental health resilience training and pro-active support to volunteer firefighters across the province.

New BCAA Auto Marketplace Tackles Fear of Buying & Selling Used Vehicles Online

A new survey for BCAA shows the overwhelming majority of British Columbians have used peer-to-peer marketplaces – which can be a popular way to save and make money amid ongoing affordability challenges.

BCAA’s Evolve E-Bike Share program is rolling into Comox Valley, extending its operations across Vancouver Island

BCAA Evolve E-Bike Share is now available in Comox Valley, a first for the community.

Evo Car Share launches new round trip service at Nanaimo Hullo Ferry Terminal

Evo Car Share, created by BCAA, has launched a new Evo Return round-trip car share service at the Nanaimo Hullo ferry terminal.

Exciting new e-bike share program coming to Nanaimo

The City of Nanaimo launched its first e-bike share program in partnership with BCAA’s Evolve E-Bike Share. The 2024 pilot program aims to improve transportation in Nanaimo by providing residents with a new, convenient, sustainable, and affordable mobility option.

BCAA’s Evolve E-Bike Share returns stronger this season with more e-bikes, expanded parking zones and a partnership with Whistler Blackcomb

BCAA’s Evolve-E-Bike Share program is coming back to Whistler for a third season, this time with even more e-bikes and an extended coverage of parking zones.

PaRx and Evo Car Share get British Columbians closer to nature for their health

In a groundbreaking first for the nature prescription movement, PaRx and Evo Car Share are teaming up to make it easier for people in Greater Vancouver and Victoria to get closer to nature.

New survey shows majority of British Columbian Gen Zs and young millennials will only work for socially and environmentally responsible companies

A new BCAA survey of British Columbian 18–34-year-olds, shows that most want to work for socially and environmentally responsible companies and in some cases will even take a pay cut to do so.

February 27, 2024 - BCAA launches new, quick online guide to help air travellers know their rights

Today sees the launch of an easy-to-use online tool to help air travellers navigate the rules, their rights and compensation when they run into problems such as flight delays, cancellations, lost bags or getting bumped from a flight.

February 13, 2024 - BCAA Named a 2024 BC Top Employer

For the sixth year in a row, BCAA is a BC Top Employer according to the experts at Mediacorp.

January 5, 2024 - Evo Car Share expands Vancouver Home Zone to Burnaby

Evo Car Share members can now benefit from an expanded Metro Vancouver Home Zone, including Burnaby Heights, Willingdon Heights and Metrotown.

November 23, 2023 - BCAA named as one of Canada’s Most Admired™ Corporate Cultures

BCAA has been named as one of Canada’s Most Admired™ Corporate Cultures in a prestigious national awards program.

October 30, 2023 - Eric Hopkins named CEO of the Year by Business Vancouver

Based on outstanding customer service results, innovative business practices, a progressive culture of leadership and learning, and much more, BCAA’s President & CEO Eric Hopkins has been named CEO of the Year in the large private company category in this year’s C-Suite Awards, given out by Business in Vancouver.

October 24, 2023 - Young British Columbians are barely scraping by but still finding ways to have fun and are mastering the art of stretching their dollar: New BCAA survey

A survey for BCAA GO shows that while rising costs have young British Columbians challenged to make ends meet, they’re still finding ways to have fun by mastering the art of saving a dollar.

August 31, 2023 - Expect heavier traffic this September as a new BCAA survey shows more people will head back to the office, adding to back to school season driving concerns

B.C. drivers are bracing for a chaotic commute during the first few weeks back to school and work after a summer of lighter traffic, reveals a new BCAA survey.

August 28, 2023 - Evolve E-Bike share rolls out at Simon Fraser University's Burnaby Campus

Students, staff and visitors at Simon Fraser University’s Burnaby campus now have a new way to quickly get around: e-bikes.

June 13, 2023 - FireSmart BC and BCAA announce major partnership to make homes more resilient to wildfires

British Columbians concerned about future with wildfires; believe more needs to be done to protect communities at risk: BCAA-FireSmart BC survey

May 31, 2023 - BCAA and the Resort Municipality of Whistler launch two-year e-bike share pilot program

The Evolve-E-bike Share program is back in Whistler to offer an affordable, active transportation alternative for short trips throughout the resort.

March 22, 2023 - Largest-ever survey of Canadian and B.C. Electric Vehicle owners finds overwhelming majority would buy again, but many still worry about lack of public charging

According to findings of the largest-ever survey of Canadian Electric Vehicle (EV) owners, satisfaction rates are extremely high, with common pre-purchase concerns -including driving range, cold weather performance and battery degradation - declining dramatically after purchase.

February 14, 2023 - BCAA Named a 2023 BC Top Employer

For the fifth year in a row BCAA has been named a BC Top Employer by the experts at Mediacorp.

February 7, 2023 - New BCAA Travel Confidence Survey: British Columbians doing more to protect themselves before planning spring travel

A new survey shows that British Columbians plan to travel this spring and summer, but concerns about travel issues have them taking steps to protect themselves.

November 29, 2022 - New BCAA survey shows many B.C. Motorists Are Not Prepared for Winter Driving

Ready or not, winter is here – and according to a new BCAA survey, many motorists are still unprepared and nervous about driving in winter conditions.

November 22, 2022 - New BCAA survey – Tight Finances have BC drivers taking better care of their vehicles and hanging onto them longer

A new BCAA survey shows that the high cost of living has BC drivers keeping their vehicles longer and investing more into maintenance and repairs.

September 14, 2022 - New Evo Car Share Service – Evo Return – Arrives in Surrey, Pick up and drop off at the same location

Today, Evo Car Share launches Evo Return in Surrey, a new service designed for planned (Members can book up to 30 days in advance) trips, and where neighborhood population density may be too low to sustain Evo’s regular free-floating model.

September 6, 2022 - New BCAA Survey Gives British Columbians a “D” Grade For School Zone Safety Awareness

A new BCAA survey which tested drivers’ knowledge of school zone laws and rules rates them a D grade, showing there’s some serious homework due to protect kids as they head back to school.

August 4, 2022 - A New Way to Commute by E-bike in Whistler this Summer

Starting today, Whistlerites have a new, active, flexible choice for taking short trips around Whistler without needing a car.

June 23, 2022 - British Columbians planning summer road trips, but high gas prices will keep their vacations closer to home, says BCAA survey

A new BCAA survey shows that, despite having some of the highest gas prices in the country, British Columbians still plan to take road trips this summer – but are adjusting their plans.

June 7, 2022 - British Columbians worried about more extreme weather, but many admit to being unprepared – BCAA survey

A new BCAA survey shows that 85% of British Columbians are worried about a repeat of last year’s extreme weather events, but a large portion (43%) admit that they haven’t done anything to prepare for potential flooding, atmospheric rivers, wildfires, or extreme heat.

May 2, 2022 - BCAA and CAA-affiliated Clubs Named Most Trusted in Canada

The British Columbia Automobile Association (BCAA) and affiliated Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) clubs have been named the Most Trusted Brand in Canada for the third year in a row, and for the fifth consecutive year placed first in the Insurance category according to the latest Gustavson Brand Trust Index.

March 2, 2022 - British Columbians plan to travel; worried about changing rules and getting stuck as the COVID-19 pandemic continues

With high vaccination rates, easing of travel restrictions, and changes to cross-border COVID-19 testing requirements, a new BCAA Travel Confidence Survey reveals high travel confidence and a change in travelers' worries when it comes to international travel.

February 8, 2022 - BCAA Named a 2022 BC Top Employer

For the fourth year in a row, BCAA is a BC Top Employer 2022 according to the experts at Mediacorp.