CN Kicks Off Annual Rail Safety Awareness Campaign Amid Rising Trespassing Incidents
Event summary
- CN launched its annual See Tracks? Think Train® Week campaign from September 21-27, 2026, to raise awareness about rail safety risks.
- The campaign involves CN Police and employees partnering with over 400 municipalities across North America.
- North America sees over 2,000 crossing accidents and 1,000 trespassing incidents annually, with 2,274 incidents in the US in 2025 resulting in 285 fatalities and 766 serious injuries.
- CN Police Services respond to hundreds of incidents annually along CN’s 20,000-mile network spanning eight Canadian provinces and 16 U.S. states.
The big picture
CN’s annual rail safety campaign underscores the persistent risks of trespassing and unsafe behavior around railway tracks, a critical issue for the rail transportation sector. With over 2,000 crossing accidents and 1,000 trespassing incidents annually in North America, the campaign highlights the shared responsibility between CN and communities to promote safe practices. The initiative aligns with broader industry trends toward enhanced safety measures and community collaboration to prevent tragedies and protect lives.
What we're watching
- Incident Trends
- Whether the campaign can reduce the annual 2,000 crossing accidents and 1,000 trespassing incidents in North America.
- Community Engagement
- The pace at which municipalities adopt and promote the See Tracks? Think Train® Week campaign.
- Regulatory Impact
- How increased rail safety awareness may influence future regulations and operational standards for CN.