About the contest

How will the winning name be selected?

Norfolk's Communications team has short-listed the top three names, and it's time for residents to vote on the winning name!

The person who submits the winning name for each character will WIN a $50 VISA gift card AND a Norfolk Safety Kit. So get creative and have fun! The contest deadline to vote is Sunday, November 30, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. If more than one person submitted the winning name, a random draw will be done to select the final winner.

Read the full contest rules.

Contest timeline

July 30, 2025: Contest opens
October 31, 2025: Contest entry period closes
November 3, 2025: Top three finalists shared here on EngageNorfolk
November 3 - 30, 2025: Community voting on the top name
December 8, 2025: Winning names announced and winners contacted
December 12, 2025: Prizes available for pick-up

What’s a Ward?

A Ward is like a neighbourhood or area within Norfolk County. Norfolk is divided into seven Wards, and each one has its own local representative on County Council. That means people in each Ward have someone who speaks up for their community and helps make decisions for the whole County.

Each character in the Safety Squad represents one of these Wards—so no matter where you live in Norfolk, there’s a character from your area!

Not sure which Ward you live in? Check out our Ward map at norfolkcounty.ca/Ward.

About Norfolk’s ecosystems

Norfolk County is a special place because it has so many different kinds of nature all in one area! From sandy beaches and wetlands to forests and farmlands, Norfolk is home to all sorts of animals and plants.

We have rare turtles, colourful birds, and even animals that are hard to find anywhere else in Ontario. That’s why people call Norfolk the “Carolinian Canada” zone—it’s one of the most unique ecosystems in the country!

Our Safety Squad characters are based on real animals that live in these amazing habitats. They remind us how important it is to take care of the places we call home.

Want to learn more? Check out these websites:

Contest guidelines

Before you send in your name ideas, here are a few simple rules to follow:

Keep it kind: Names must be respectful and appropriate for all ages. Please do not use rude, mean, or offensive words.
Be original: Try to come up with creative and unique names. Consider the character's animal, personality, and where they live in Norfolk.
Short and sweet: Names should be easy to say and remember. One or two words are perfect! For example, "Sandy Sandhill"—but we know you can come up with something better.
One entry per person: You may submit names for one, some, or all characters—but only one submission per person is allowed.
Have fun! This is your chance to be creative and help bring the Safety Squad to life. There are no wrong answers (as long as they follow the rules).

Read the full contest rules.