Crossing Guard Appreciation Week June 5 to 9

The City of Peterborough is encouraging residents to show their support and appreciation for their neighbourhood crossing guards during Crossing Guard Appreciation Week from June 5 to 9.

photo courtesy of the city of peterborough.

“It's important to recognize the many people working as crossing guards who help our students have a safe journey to and from school each day. As a community, we count on their friendly, dedicated commitment to the safety of our children,” said Councillor Keith Riel, transportation portfolio chair. “We hope that students, parents, and drivers take a moment this week to tell our crossing guards how much you appreciate them.”

If you are interested in becoming a crossing guard with the City of Peterborough, apply online or contact the City via phone 705-742-7777 ext. 1787 or by email.

Quick facts:

• The City of Peterborough currently employs 52 school crossing guards and is looking to fill more positions for September 2023.

• All vehicles and cyclists are required by the Ontario Highway Traffic Act to stop and wait until children and Crossing Guards have cleared the entire roadway at school crossings before proceeding

Support your local crossing guards by:

Stop when a 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 crossing 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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