Calgary Police Launch Downtown Enforcement Blitz
Dozens of Calgary police officers, transit peace officers, and social agency workers gathered in the city's downtown core on Wednesday as part of a new enforcement campaign.
Operation Order: A Strong Response to Crime and Disorder
Calgary Police Chief Katie McLellan, addressing a line of uniformed officers and partner agencies, stated firmly that “enough is enough.” This marks her first major public initiative since assuming office earlier this year. The operation, named Operation Order, is a comprehensive crackdown on crime and social disruption in downtown Calgary, including areas such as East Village, Stephen Avenue, and Century Gardens.
Targets and Actions
The initiative is part of the larger “Safer Calgary” program aimed at improving safety and order in the city center. Officers and partner agencies focused on enforcing laws, issuing tickets, making arrests, and linking vulnerable individuals to social support services.
- 20 arrests were made, with criminal code charges filed
- 77 summons issued
- 180 outstanding warrants acted upon
Public Response and Enforcement Examples
Among those ticketed was Grant Robinson, fined $120 for discarding a cigarette butt. He commented on the impact of the fine:
“This is gonna stop me from probably another month because I have to pay it. I won’t be able to save money because I have to give the government money.”
Reporters accompanied officers as they patrolled back alleys and transit platforms to enforce the new measures.
Author’s Summary
Calgary’s new enforcement blitz under Chief McLellan cracks down on downtown crime and social disorder with arrests, fines, and community support efforts to restore safety.