News Category: General
Climbing a train to save time could mean losing your limbs
The kids are back in school and for many, their favourite part of the school day is leaving school grounds to grab lunch with friends. But too much fun at lunch can result in the need to rush back to school to avoid being late.… Read More
Teachers: take your lesson plan “OFF THE RAILS” for a chance to win!
Hey teachers!
- Are you looking for a way to get your students’ creative juices flowing?
- Would you like to incorporate multimedia activities into their learning?
- Are you interested in an innovative way to teach kids about keeping themselves safe?
We’ve got great news for you!… Read More
This fall, winners stay “OFF THE RAILS”
All aboard! This fall, Operation Lifesaver is putting kids in the engineer’s seat and inviting them to put on their creative caps to come up with a thought provoking and engaging rail safety message that encourages youth to stay off railway tracks.… Read More
X marks the spot: spotting and obeying railway crossing signs could save your life.
We hate to say it but it’s unavoidable – summer is coming to an end. The days are already shorter and there’s a greater chance that you’ll end up driving when it’s dark. And if you’re driving near rural railway crossings, pay close attention.… Read More
Racing a train may seem cool, but you won’t live to tell the tale.
Last week we showed you a video directed at kids that really hit home the message that shortcuts on railway property can prove deadly.
This week’s video is aimed at teens. With school starting soon, teens will go back to seeing their friends every day.… Read More
A shortcut near a train could also shorten your life
It’s mid-August and back to school time is just around the corner. For kids this means squeezing in as much outdoor fun as possible before they’re stuck inside the classroom. No matter what they’re doing outdoors, it’s important for kids to remember to act safe around railway property – and that includes never taking shortcuts near trains!… Read More
Racing a train could make your trip faster – if your destination is the morgue.
Our everyday lives are full of reasons to rush – from extensive To-do Lists, to personal and work related obligations. This need to rush is perhaps most urgent when we’re in our vehicles – but this is the worst place to be in a hurry, especially if you encounter a highway-railway crossing during your travels.… Read More
Get to know Operation Lifesaver better!
This short video illustrates visually and dramatically what Operation Lifesaver does for public-rail safety in Canada. Watch it for a reminder of why our goal to eliminate railway related deaths and injuries is so necessary – and why listening to our message could save your life.… Read More
