The Fort Chipewyan Winter Road is opening at noon, December 20th, to light vehicles less than 5,000 kg in weight. Drivers should expect rough spots and detours on the road and be prepared for slippery ice in the sandhills.
High-clearance 4×4 vehicles are highly recommended to anyone making the drive. Maximum weight limits will be increased as soon as it is safe to do so.
All changes to the weight limit will be formally announced. Vehicles heavier than the posted weight limit using the winter road will be subject to serious fines and penalties.
