June 3, 2025 – The City of Thunder Bay is encouraging residents to show their support and appreciation for their neighbourhood School Crossing Guards during Crossing Guard Appreciation Week, from June 2 - 6, 2025.

“Crossing Guard Appreciation Week is an opportunity to recognize the dedication and invaluable service provided by our local Crossing Guards” said Michelle Reimer, Field Supervisor – Crossing Guards. “We extend our gratitude to them for nurturing a culture of safety in our community, one safe crossing at a time.”

This is a special opportunity to thank the dedicated individuals who help ensure the safe passage of children to and from school every day. Residents can show their support by giving a friendly wave, saying thank you, and always driving responsibly near school crossings.

Are you interested in making a difference in your community? Learn how to become a School Crossing Guard by visiting: www.thunderbay.ca/crossingguards or calling 807-621-5395.

Did You Know?

  • The City of Thunder Bay is currently looking to fill School Crossing Guards positions
  • The City of Thunder Bay currently employs 63 School Crossing Guards
  • All vehicles and cyclists are required by the Ontario Highway Traffic Act to stop and wait until children and School Crossing Guards have cleared the entire roadway at school crossings before proceeding

How you can support School Crossing Guards:

  • Stop when a School Crossing Guard raises his or her stop sign
  • Take notice of whether a Guard is on duty and slow down when approaching school crossing locations
  • Obey the law. Remain stopped until all children AND the Guard have completely exited the roadway
  • Proceed with caution – obey posted speed limits, and observe all NO Stopping and NO Parking signs – park in designated areas only

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Contact:       Michelle Riemer, Field Supervisor – Crossing Guards, 807-621-5395