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Behind the Blade: Why Passing a Snowplow Isn’t Worth the Risk

  Dangerous and illegal: Think twice before passing a snowplow. Winter driving already demands patience, but few situations test a driver’s judgment more than getting stuck behind a slow‑moving snowplow. The temptation to pass can be strong—especially when you’re running late or the road ahead looks clear. Yet passing a snowplow is one of the most dangerous and illegal maneuvers you can make on a winter road. Snowplows travel slowly for a reason. They’re clearing snow, spreading salt or sand, and often operating with limited visibility. Their blades can extend several feet beyond the width of the truck, and the swirling snow they kick up can create a whiteout that hides hazards, oncoming traffic, or the plow itself. Many collisions happen because drivers underestimate how unpredictable conditions become the moment they pull out to pass. There’s also the legal side. In many regions, passing an active snowplow is prohibited, and for good reason. These vehicles are considered esse...
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Canada's Inflation Rate Cools to 1.9% in November


Canada's annual inflation rate slowed to 1.9% in November, down from 2% in October. This slight decrease was driven by a broad-based slowdown in prices, particularly in travel tours and mortgage interest costs. The consumer price index remained unchanged on a monthly basis.

Economists had anticipated the inflation rate to hold steady at 2%, but the data showed a more significant deceleration. The Bank of Canada, which has been working to control inflation, will consider this data in its upcoming rate decision on January 29.

The cooling inflation rate is a positive sign for the Canadian economy, which has been facing challenges this year. The central bank has already cut interest rates by 175 basis points since June to stimulate growth.



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