Trusted Crossing Guard Services for Safer School Zones

For more than 20 years, the Ottawa Safety Council (OSC) has supported municipalities and school communities by delivering reliable, professional School Crossing Guard services. As a not-for-profit charity with over 65 years of road safety leadership, we help create safer school zones while building trust with families and communities.

Why Municipalities Choose the OSC

OSC is the longest-serving outsourced School Crossing Guard provider in Ontario, currently operating programs in Ottawa, Toronto-West (Etobicoke), and Brockville.

  • Hundreds of trained Crossing Guards deployed daily
  • Service at hundreds of school crossings
  • Consistently high shift coverage year after year
  • Proven experience in both large urban and mid-sized communities

Our approach prioritizes safety, reliability, and accountability—without adding administrative burden for our municipal partners.

A Complete, Managed Service

We deliver a turnkey program from recruitment to daily operations.

Recruitment, Screening & Training

OSC recruits community-minded individuals who care about child safety and public service. All Guards are carefully screened, trained, and supported to ensure they are prepared to perform their duties safely and professionally.

Training meets all applicable legislative requirements and industry best practices, with ongoing oversight and refresher training provided annually.

Safety-Focused and Well Equipped

All Crossing Guards are provided with required safety equipment and identification to ensure high visibility, professionalism, and preparedness in all weather conditions.

Reliable Coverage, Every School Day

OSC maintains a robust operational model designed to ensure uninterrupted service. Dedicated staff oversee scheduling and daily operations to ensure coverage, manage absences, and respond quickly when adjustments are required.

Our systems and processes support dependable service delivery while maintaining transparency and accountability.

Clear Communication & Support

We maintain clear communication channels between our office team, field staff, schools, and municipal partners. OSC has extensive experience managing operations during school disruptions, extreme weather, and other unforeseen events.

Municipal clients receive regular updates and reporting to support collaboration and continuous improvement.

A Trusted Community Presence

Crossing Guards are often a familiar and reassuring presence for children and families. Their consistency helps encourage active transportation, strengthens school communities, and reinforces a culture of safety in school zones.

Let’s Create Safer School Zones Together

If you’re looking for a proven, professional, and people-first School Crossing Guard provider, the Ottawa Safety Council is ready to partner with you.

Interested in implementing the OSC’s Crossing Guard Services in your community?

For more information, please contact:

Kelly Banks
Director of Programs
Ottawa Safety Council

613-238-1513, ext. 225
kelly.banks@ottawasafetycouncil.ca

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