Khevin Enriquez brought a warm personality to his safety role

By Arathanie Rajakumar 

Known for his charm and warmth, even on the coldest winter days, crossing guard Khevin Enriquez is one of three winners of the 2025 Canada’s Favourite Crossing Guard contest. 

Out of 136 nominations from five provinces, Khevin Enriquez stood out for his friendly conversations and the way he brightened his pedestrians’ days. Although Kevin has now stepped down from his crossing guard role, he made the busy intersection at Bedford Road and Lowther Avenue, a place where children could cross safely and parents could feel at ease. 

“It could be unpredictable with a lot of kids…so it helps a lot to have someone else who is focused on their safety and their well-being and is looking out for them,” said Dylan Skurka, a teacher at Keystone School. 

Beyond keeping everyone safe, Enriquez’s kind and cheerful demeanour put a smile on the faces of everyone crossing. To the people he helped in the community every day, Enriquez was more than just a crossing guard; he was a friendly face who brought comfort and joy to every interaction. 

When he wasn’t there he was “missed by pedestrians, especially children,” said Mahvash Solati, a resident of the community. 

Parachute, a national charity devoted to injury prevention, has been recognizing Canada’s top crossing guards through this annual contest since 2005. In a post celebrating Enriquez, they wrote that “Even with heavy traffic and ongoing construction, he remains calm, friendly and attentive. He greets everyone with genuine kindness and ensures children, parents and pedestrians feel safe and cared for. He lifts people’s spirits, and teaches the children about safety in engaging, memorable ways.” 

Enriquez is also passionate about being involved in the community through organizing art programs and Filipino theatre productions that allow people to appreciate and celebrate diverse cultures and traditions. These programs reflect his dedication to the neighbourhood and to spreading positivity.

Khevin Enriquez’s compelling smile and dedication to looking out for everyone will be deeply missed by students, staff, parents, and the entire community. The compassion and humanity Enriquez showed will continue to inspire the community, leaving a lasting impression on all who knew him.