School Crossing Guards
Crossing guards assist students across busy streets at more than 100 locations in Oakville.
Become a school crossing guard
Do you enjoy working with children? Are you physically fit? Become a school crossing guard!
Our crossing guard programs assist children from the Halton Catholic District School Board and the Halton District School Board.
If you are interested in becoming a Town of Oakville crossing guard, you can apply online by viewing our current opportunities.
Crossing guards work a maximum of three hours per day during the school year.
Rules for school crossings
Drivers and cyclists must stop and yield the whole roadway at school crossings where there is a crossing guard displaying a school crossing stop sign.
For more information, visit the Ministry of Transportation website.
Crossing Guard Appreciation Week: June 1 to 5, 2026
School Crossing Guard Appreciation Week is a dedicated time to recognize and celebrate the commitment, professionalism, and care shown by School Crossing Guards in keeping our roads safer—especially for students walking or cycling to school.
Their presence supports safe and active travel, builds trust within neighbourhoods, and contributes directly to community well-being.
Learn more on the Ontario Traffic Council website.
Read the Ontario Traffic Council's media release.
Drawing contest now open!
To help recognize and appreciate the invaluable contributions of School Crossing Guards, the Ontario Traffic Council School Crossing Programs Committee is excited to announce the province-wide School Crossing Guard Appreciation Drawing Contest.
The contest is open February 2 until March 31 and is eligible for students ages 4 to 14.
The winning drawings will be featured on thank you cards distributed during School Crossing Guard Appreciation Week.
Visit the Ontario Traffic Council website for contest details.
Tips for motorists
- Crossing guards wear a bright orange vest, bright orange wristbands, and they hold a stop sign in an upright position when taking kids across the street.
- All motorists must stop before reaching a crosswalk when the stop sign is upright. Motorists must stop when the crossing guard and the children are preparing to cross or are in the roadway.
- Motorists should not proceed through the crosswalk until the children and the crossing guard have cleared the roadway.
- Be courteous and attentive if you encounter a crossing guard. Obey the crossing guard at all school crossings. Obey speed limits and community safety zones at all times.
Inclement weather
There may be times during the school year when extreme temperatures or weather conditions impact crossing guard locations in Oakville. Details are outlined on the Crossing Guard Weather Procedure page.
Contact
Crossing Guard Office
905-845-6601, ext. 3363
crossingguards@oakville.ca