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MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Uniformed CN Police Officers Available for Media Interviews During Rail Safety Week 2026

CN Police Engage Media During Rail Safety Week 2026 to Promote Safe Railway Practices

By Caleb Monroe
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Canadian National Railway Company announces availability of its Police officers and spokespeople to media during Rail Safety Week 2026, emphasizing public awareness campaigns to prevent accidents at railway crossings and trespassing, with activities and partnerships across North America to promote rail safety.

MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Uniformed CN Police Officers Available for Media Interviews During Rail Safety Week 2026
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Key Points

  • CN Police officers will be available for media interviews during Rail Safety Week from September 21-25, 2026, to discuss rail safety initiatives.
  • The campaign aims to reduce preventable accidents at rail crossings and trespassing on railway property through community engagement and education.
  • CN partners with organizations like Operation Lifesaver to deliver both online and in-person safety activities across the US and Canada.

MONTREAL, Sept. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) Police officers along with other CN spokespeople will be available to members of the media during Rail Safety Week from September 21-25, 2026. This annual public awareness campaign highlights the importance of safe behaviours near railway crossings and the danger of trespassing on railway property.

Uniformed CN Police officers and CN spokespeople will be available for interviews across Canada and will take part in community events throughout the week. Media outlets can contact CN’s media relations team to schedule phone, virtual or in-person (where possible) interviews as well as requests visuals to support broadcast, print, and online coverage.

Why Rail Safety Matters
Every year, preventable accidents occur at rail crossings and along railway property. CN’s message is simple: Safety is a shared responsibility. By working together with schools, communities, and media partners, CN aims to reduce incidents and save lives.

Rail Safety Week Activities
CN is proud to partner with Operation Lifesaver and local authorities across North America to deliver a range of online and in-person activities during Rail Safety Week. These initiatives promote safe practices, raise awareness about rail crossing safety, and highlight the risks of trespassing on railway property. CN continues to invest in rail safety and invites all communities across its network to participate in Rail Safety Week activities.

About CN Police
Every year, CN Police Services respond to hundreds of events across the eight Canadian provinces and 16 U.S. states within our network. In addition to protecting CN property, CNPS officers deliver rail safety presentations to schools, trucking agencies, bus operators and community organizations. By rolling out strategic educational initiatives and conducting targeted operations, CNPS aims to promote safe behaviours and increase awareness of rail safety. CNPS is committed to making CN the safest railroad in North America.

For more information or to schedule an interview with a CN Police Officer, please contact:

Alberta
Atlantic
British Columbia
Manitoba
Ontario
Quebec
Saskatchewan
Canada


Risks

  • Despite safety campaigns, preventable accidents at railway crossings and on railway property persist, posing ongoing safety and liability concerns for CN.
  • The effectiveness of public awareness programs depends on community participation and behavior change, which is uncertain and may affect incident reduction goals.
  • Rail safety incidents impact multiple sectors including transportation, logistics, and public safety, with potential regulatory and financial repercussions for CN and its stakeholders.

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