Province commits $795,000 to the 2025 Vision Zero Grant Program which 'makes local roads safer for everyone'
The B.C. government is investing nearly $795,000 through the 2025 Vision Zero Grant Program to support 50 local projects aimed at reducing road injuries and fatalities. For safety leaders, this initiative signals an important opportunity to support worker safety beyond the physical worksite—especially for those in transportation, delivery, construction, and mobile health care.
“This funding helps make local roads safer for everyone—especially those who walk, cycle or drive as part of their workday,” says Health Minister Josie Osborne. “By working together, we are creating safer, more inclusive spaces for everyone.”
Road safety = workplace safety
Fifteen of the projects will be delivered in First Nations communities, highlighting the need for equitable access to safe infrastructure. Safety managers are encouraged to assess how these improvements may affect commuting and travel risk for their teams.
“These grants will upgrade the infrastructure that makes it safer to walk, cycle and use other forms of active transportation,” says Transportation and Transit Minister Mike Farnworth, “and improve road safety in our communities.”
Safety professionals can use this momentum to revisit commuting policies, risk assessments, and local collaboration opportunities.
Community-led, data-informed
The grants are a joint initiative between the Ministries of Health and Transportation, regional health authorities, the First Nations Health Authority, and the BC Injury Research and Prevention Unit (BCIRPU).
“It takes foresight and recognition to identify a problem in your community and then to try and do something about it,” says Dr. Shelina Babul, BCIRPU director. “We’re pleased that these applicants took the initiative to improve road safety and encourage active transportation in a tangible way.”
Among the recipients is the Máthxwi Temexw Bus Connector, which will serve the Matsqui First Nation. “Many of our members don’t own cars,” says Chief Alice Mackay. “This funding will help improve access and safety for those who rely on alternative transportation.”
