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Where it is illegal or cannot be conducted in a safe manner, signs are clearly posted that indicated that picking up hitchikers is prohibited. (From a Sepetember 14th, 2006 letter from Kevin Falcon - BC Transportation Minister reference:#149730).
Hitch-hikers frequently pass through the city of Vancouver when going to or from [[Vancouver Island]]. The ferry to and from Victoria docks at Tswassen, southwest of the city, and the ferry to and from Nanaimo docks at Horseshoe Bay, northwest of the city. When arriving in the city en-route to the island, it's easy to take a local bus to one of the ferries if you're not able to get a ride straight there. But arriving on the mainland and heading farther east by thumb can be a bit more difficult. If possible, you should try to find a ride from someone while on the ferry boat. Talk with people and/or carry a sign. If you're heading towards Nelson, the Okanagan valley, or the Rockies, try to find a ride with someone going at least as far as Hope.
To leave the city heading east, the best option is to take the Sky-Train to Surrey and then get on a local bus that will take you to Langley - along the main highway 1. From there you can get a ride further east towards Hope.
