CN Launches Rail Safety Week 2026

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire CN Launches Rail Safety Week 2026Author of the article:MONTREAL, Sept. 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) today launched its annual Rail Safety Week campaign to raise awareness about the risks of unsafe behaviour around railway tracks and property.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountFrom September 21-27, CN Police Services and CN employees will be engaging with communities across North America to mark Rail Safety Week and reinforce a simple but critical message: safety around railway tracks and crossings is a shared responsibility. Together they will work to raise awareness about the dangers of trespassing on railway property and ignoring signals at crossings. These unsafe behaviors can have devastating consequences, but they are also preventable when we all do our part.“Every crossing and every set of tracks deserves your full attention. The vast majority of rail incidents are preventable, that’s why every safe choice we make around trains and tracks can save lives. Rail safety is a shared responsibility, and together we can protect our families, friends and communities.”Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try again – Shawn Will, Chief of Police and Chief Security Officer, CN The statistics are striking: North America sees over 2,000 crossing accidents and 1,000 trespassing incidents annually. In Canada alone, 2025 recorded 252 such incidents, resulting in 69 fatalities and 60 serious injuries. These numbers underscore the critical need for continued education and awareness.Rail Safety is a Shared ResponsibilityCN is committed to doing its part to keep its network and the communities it travels through safe. That means investing in safe railway operations, working closely with communities and first responders, and supporting education and enforcement efforts that help reduce unsafe behaviour around tracks and crossings.But rail safety extends beyond the railway. Drivers, pedestrians, cyclists and community partners all have a role to play. Staying off railway tracks and property, obeying crossing signals and never attempting to beat a train are simple choices that can save lives.For more than two decades, CN has worked with communities to champion rail safety. In 2025, more than 403 municipalities across North America formally recognized Rail Safety Week through resolutions and proclamations. This year, we are once again asking our community partners to help amplify this important message and encourage safe behaviour around railways.About CN PoliceEvery year, CN Police Services respond to hundreds of incidents along CN’s network, which spans eight Canadian provinces and 16 U.S. states. In addition to protecting CN property, CNPS officers deliver rail safety presentations to schools, trucking agencies, bus operators and community organizations. By rolling out strategic educational initiatives and conducting targeted operations, CNPS aims to promote safe behaviours and increase awareness of the need for rail safety. CNPS is committed to making CN the safest railroad in North America.About CNCN powers the economy by safely transporting more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year for its customers. With its nearly 20,000-mile rail network and related transportation services, CN connects Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. Midwest and the U.S. Gulf Coast, contributing to sustainable trade and the prosperity of the communities in which it operates since 1919.For more information or to schedule an interview with CN Police, contact:Contacts: MediaAshley MichnowskiSenior Manager Media Relations(438) 596-4329media@cn.caThis advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.