I'm no fan of the guy, but this is not Mayor Moonbeam's fault.  The GVRD doesn't get enough snow most winters to justify the investment that would be required in Toronto or Montréal for plowing, salting, sanding, etc., and ratepayers would be up in arms if MM proposed it.

It's difficult to see winter tires as the solution, since for most of the winter Lower Mainland drivers only need to worry about rain.  But what about tire chains?  They are easy to install on short notice and easy to remove, and they work really well when the street turns into a skating rink.

Ah, but I suppose most motorists haven't a clue how to put chains on, or take them off, and they're probably too lazy for the most part to do it.  Well, maybe it's time to learn!