Are winter tires required?

It depends on where you drive.

In Québec, winter tires are required on most Québec-registered passenger vehicles from December 1 through March 15.

In British Columbia, winter tires or chains are required on most designated routes from October 1 through March 31, with some routes extending through April 30.

Other provinces have different requirements. Transport Canada recommends winter tires on all wheels when driving in cold, snowy, or icy conditions because they provide better traction than all-season tires.