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Crossing guards work hard to keep our children safe, no matter what the weather.

They make a big impact and a positive difference in our community, providing safe crossing during the start and end of the school day, when vehicle and pedestrian traffic is at its peak each day.

Crossing guard appreciation drawing contest An icon with the image of artwork and art tools

The Ontario Traffic Council School Crossing Programs Committee is once again hosting its province-wide crossing guard appreciation contest. 

  • Contest theme: Celebrating our school crossing guards
  • Contest closes: March 31, 2025

This contest is for students aged 4 to 14 to express their gratitude and appreciation for their school crossing guards through art. Winning artwork will be featured on thank-you cards handed out during school crossing guard appreciation week (June 2 to 6, 2025)

How to participate

Number of submissions 
Each child may submit one drawing. 
Submission information

All submissions must include the following information:

  • Child's name
  • Child's age
  • School
  • Municipality
  • Contact information 

How to submit an entry

Submissions must be sent by the March 31 deadline to [email protected]

Artwork guidelines

Size and format 
  • Drawings should be on an 8.5x11 inch page
  • Accepted formats include: JPEG, PNG or PDF 
Medium 
Any medium of the child's choosing. 
Theme representation 
Illustrate the theme 'Celebrating our school crossing guards' in a positive and appreciative manner. 
Originality 
Entries must be the original work of the participant. 
Inclusivity 
Encourage diversity and inclusion in the drawings, reflecting the different aspects of the community. 

Additional information

Submission deadline 
All entries must be submitted by March 31, 2025. Late submissions will not be considered. 
Contest winners 

Winning drawings will be featured on the official thank-you cards during crossing guard appreciation week. Cards will be provided for distribution throughout Ontario.
Winner announcement 

Winners will be announced by April 14, 2025 on the Ontario Traffic Council's school crossing guard webpage.

Individual notices will be sent to the winner's school.  
Parent/guardian information 

By submitting an entry, parents/guardians consent to their child's artwork, first name, and city/town to be used on thank-you cards and for promotional purposes related to the School Crossing Guard Appreciation Week.

The Ontario Traffic council encourages schools to participate and help spread the word among students.

For more information visit otc.org/school-crossing-guard

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Reminders to Drivers

As of January 1, 2016, 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 community's crossing guards

The letter S for Stop - part of the crossing safety acronym

Stop at all crosswalks

Stop when a crossing guard raises their stop sign - this means they are about to escort pedestrians across.

The letter T for the word stop - standing for Take Notice

Take notice in school zones

Take notice of whether a crossing guard is on duty and slow down when approaching school crossing locations.

The letter O in the word Stop for obey the law

Obey crosswalk laws

Obey the law. Remain stopped until all children AND the Guard have completely exited the roadway.

The letter P for the word Stop - proceed with caution

Proceed with caution

Proceed with caution. Follow speed limits and obey all no stopping and no parking signs. Park in designated areas only.

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Crossing guards keep our kids safe

A crossing guard holds up a stop sign for pedestrians to cross the street

Our crossing guards work hard to keep our children safe, no matter what the weather.

They are an important part of every community and are passionate about safety and connecting with those around them by helping school children and other pedestrians safely cross the street.

Town of Orangeville crossing guard quick facts:

  • There are 24 full-time stations for students to cross
  • Crossing guards are there daily for the start and end of the school day
  • Our crossing guards often volunteer at events like Boo on Broadway and the Santa Claus parade

Crossing guards are dedicated and passionate about the communities they serve!

 

Join our team of crossing guards

Make a big impact in your community—become a crossing guard and help keep children safe during the busiest times of the school day.

Why Become a Crossing Guard?

  • Stay active while working outdoors year-round
  • Enjoy a flexible schedule with short shifts
  • Be a valued part of your community
  • Have summers, PA Days, March Break, and holidays off

If you would like to become a crossing guard, please send us an email or give us a call at 519-941-0440 ext. 5240.

Shifts and times will vary depending on the assigned school and station.