Mr. Speaker, millions of Canadians use our railways every year. Railways make the transportation of essential goods possible. They are the backbone of our supply chains and the backbone of our economy. However, tragically, every year far too many Canadians are seriously hurt or killed on railway tracks.
This week is Railway Safety Week here in Canada, an initiative led by Operation Lifesaver. Our government is dedicated to ensuring the highest levels of safety and security on our railways to prevent tragedies. That is why, through our rail safety improvement program, we have invested in making over 1,000 rail crossings across Canada much safer.
This is a moment to remind everyone to remain careful near the railway tracks across this great nation.