Mr. Speaker, railways make the transportation of essential goods possible and are crucial to our nation's supply chain. However, every year, hundreds of incidents happen at railway crossings and along tracks, many of which are preventable.
This week, we celebrate and observe Rail Safety Week, and I want to highlight the important work of Operation Lifesaver. This is a national program dedicated to promoting rail safety and preventing accidents.
This is a moment to remind everyone to remain careful near the tracks. Let us commit to making our communities safer by supporting Operation Lifesaver's message and practising rail safety each and every day.