Calgary Police Launch Downtown Enforcement Blitz
On Wednesday, dozens of Calgary police officers, transit peace officers, and social agency workers swarmed the city's downtown core as part of a major public safety initiative.
Operation Order Unveiled
Calgary Police Chief Katie McLellan, speaking before a group of uniformed officers and partner agencies, announced “Operation Order,” a focused enforcement campaign targeting crime and social disorder in downtown Calgary.
“Enough is enough.” – Chief Katie McLellan
This marks her first major action since starting her role earlier in the year.
Areas and Actions Targeted
- Key locations included East Village, Stephen Avenue, and Century Gardens.
- The operation aimed to enforce laws, issue tickets, make arrests, and connect vulnerable people to support services.
- By mid-afternoon, 20 arrests were made, 77 summons issued, and 180 outstanding warrants acted upon.
Example of Enforcement
One of the initial fines was issued to Grant Robinson, who received a $120 ticket for littering a cigarette butt.
“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.” – Grant Robinson
Ongoing Patrols
Reporters observed officers patrolling back alleys and transit platforms throughout the operation to ensure compliance and safety.
Summary: Operation Order represents a strong, coordinated effort by Calgary’s police and partners to restore order and support vulnerable populations in the downtown area.