CN POLICE MARKS A CENTURY OF THE RULE OF LAW

ON April 1 2023, CN Police Services (CNPS) marked its 100th anniversary as an integral part of our railroad and communities.

It is a rich history closely tied to the history of CN itself, in which CNPS members have been focussed on protecting people and property, and building safer, stronger communities across the network.

What began as the amalgamation of several railway companies by the Government of Canada in 1923 led to the establishment of the Department of Investigation, known as the Canadian National Railway Police. Today, the CN Police Service spans CN’s large network, operating in eight Canadian provinces and in 16 US States.

"For a century, the men and women of the CNPS have safeguarded CN’s network, built collaborative and trusted relationships with law enforcement agencies and community safety partners, and remained at the forefront of rail safety promotion that has made a difference in saving lives.

"I would like to thank the hundreds of our members, past and present, for their dedicated service and excellence in policing that have been hallmarks of the department.

"We will help lead CN to be the safest and most secure railway in North America for the next century and beyond," said Stephen Covey, CN Chief Security Officer and Chief of Police

Retired CN police officer Marc LeBreux, whose son, Andre, is currently a CN Police Constable, has many fond memories of his time on the force.

“It was a privilege to serve,” says LeBreux.

“In the early days, my main job was to protect CN’s image, assets and interests. Community involvement was introduced later in my career and I very much enjoyed promoting rail safety at the Special Olympics and other events.

"I have CN tattooed on my heart.”