Alexis Campbell of Yellowknife drives a sled at the 2023 Deh Gah Sprint Sled Dog Races. Campbell placed second in the six-dog class at the Fort Providence race. (Photo courtesy of Thorsten Gohl)

Alexis Campbell of Yellowknife drives a sled at the 2023 Deh Gah Sprint Sled Dog Races. Campbell placed second in the six-dog class at the Fort Providence race. (Photo courtesy of Thorsten Gohl)

QUIZ: Are you ready for winter travel?

During snowy and icy conditions, getting around can have unique challenges

After a mild start to the winter, a recent heavy snowfall, followed by cold weather, has helped to remind Canadians that winter is here.

During this time of year, transportation has its own set of challenges as a result of the cold temperatures and snowy winter conditions.

Extra caution is recommended at this time of year. After all, no one wants to be unexpectedly walking in a winter wonderland.

Are you ready for winter transportation conditions? Put your knowledge to the test with these 10 questions.

Good luck.


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A man operates a snowblower on the sidewalk on Ashwell Road in Chilliwack this week. Do you know how many Canadian households have snowblowers? (Paul Henderson/ The Progress)

A man operates a snowblower on the sidewalk on Ashwell Road in Chilliwack this week. Do you know how many Canadian households have snowblowers? (Paul Henderson/ The Progress)

Snowmobilers head up Frisby Ridge, near Revelstoke. Do you know how many snowmobiles are registered in Canada? (Black Press file photo)

Snowmobilers head up Frisby Ridge, near Revelstoke. Do you know how many snowmobiles are registered in Canada? (Black Press file photo)

Families can join a ranger-guided snowshoe walk at Hurricane Ridge. Do you know where snowshoes originated? (Sequim Gazette file photo)

Families can join a ranger-guided snowshoe walk at Hurricane Ridge. Do you know where snowshoes originated? (Sequim Gazette file photo)