Highway Route Marker
Identifies a specific highway route.
Highway Route Marker road sign used in the BC ICBC knowledge test
What does the Highway Route Marker mean?
Highway route markers identify provincial highways (blue shields) or Trans-Canada routes (green shields). They are used alongside directional and distance signs to help drivers navigate.
In British Columbia, drivers are required to understand and respond correctly to the Highway Route Marker at all times. Failure to comply with regulatory signs can result in fines or collisions.
Is this sign on the ICBC knowledge test?
Yes — the Highway Route Marker is commonly tested on the BC ICBC knowledge test. Drivers must know its meaning, correct shape, colour, and the proper response when encountering it on the road. Road signs make up approximately 25–30% of the ICBC knowledge test, making them one of the most important categories to study.
BC Driving Test Tip
BC highway shields help you identify which numbered highway you are on.
Quick Summary
| Sign Type | Guide |
| Sign Shape | Shield/Rectangle |
| Sign Colour | Green/White or Blue/White |
| Meaning | Identifies a specific highway route |
Practice Question
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