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The Roger Cyr Award

Honouring Canada’s Rail Safety Leaders

Named in memory of Roger Cyr, a passionate rail safety advocate and Operation Lifesaver Canada’s founder, the Roger Cyr Award recognizes outstanding contributions to rail safety education and outreach. 

Celebrating our Past Winners

2023: Constable Trevor Smith and Sainte-Hélène-de-Bagot, Québec

2022: Rail Safety Ambassador Phil Breden and Wemotaci, Québec

2021: Constable Hank Neumiller

2019: Constable André LeBreux

2018: Constable Brad Bidulka

2014: Daniel Beaudry

2013: Michael Cormier

2011: Miguel Lewerenz

2010: Reg Chad

2009: Tom Allan

2008: Lorrie Johnston

Every year, we celebrate: 

  • One Individual who exemplifies leadership, volunteerism, and commitment to promoting rail safety in their community. 
  • One Municipality that has demonstrated innovation and dedication to public safety near railways. 

Volunteers and community partners are at the heart of our mission — the Roger Cyr Awards are a way to say ‘thank you.’ 

2025 Nominations are now open!

Deadline: July 15th, 2025

Raising awareness to prevent railway accidents across Canada.

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Raising awareness to prevent railway accidents across Canada.

Learn more about our efforts in recent campaigns: