Montreal West parents are celebrating the temporary return of a crossing guard at a local intersection after three students were injured there over the past two years. The school board responded by assigning a guard for the 2025‑2026 school year, a measure parents describe as a brief victory.
The three injuries, all occurring at the same crossing within a two‑year span, prompted community concern and a request for increased safety. In response, the board reinstated a crossing guard for the upcoming school year, marking a short‑term solution aimed at preventing further incidents.
Parents noted that the guard’s presence represents a tangible step toward protecting children walking to and from school, even though the arrangement is limited to a single academic year. They see the measure as a win, albeit a temporary one, while continuing to monitor the intersection’s safety.
The decision to re‑introduce the crossing guard follows a pattern of reactive safety actions after incidents, rather than a permanent change. The board’s choice to limit the guard to the 2025‑2026 year reflects budgetary and logistical considerations, according to statements released by the district.
Community members hope that the guard’s presence will reduce the risk of further injuries during the school year. If the temporary assignment proves effective, parents suggest it could form the basis for a longer‑term solution, though no formal plans have been announced.
The situation underscores how a small number of incidents can prompt swift, though provisional, safety measures in Montreal West. Parents remain vigilant, watching the intersection closely as the school year progresses.