Safer Calgary

Strengthening Our City Together

The Calgary Police Service, in collaboration with the City of Calgary, Government of Alberta, and social agency partners, is dedicated to improving public safety, especially in areas known for social disorder and crime. These include downtown and transit corridors.

Focused Operations and Supportive Initiatives

Efforts target issues such as open-air drug use, drug trafficking, and other unsafe behaviours. The CPS enforces existing laws and bylaws, though enforcement is only one part of a broader effort. Addressing root causes requires close cooperation with community partners.

Community Concerns and Public Space Safety

Public spaces should be safe, respectful, and welcoming to all. Currently, many Calgarians express feeling unsafe in these areas. Violent incidents downtown have risen to a six-year high, with a 20% increase compared to the five-year average in 2025.

Disorder calls account for approximately 75% of service requests downtown in 2025.
Common issues include unwanted guests, disturbances, indecent acts, and drug-related calls.

Enforcement and Compassionate Approach

The community expects public spaces to serve their intended purpose, and enforcement will be applied as needed to maintain safety. While compassion and supportive services guide efforts, enforcement remains vital to uphold public safety.

"There is no place in our city for behaviours that jeopardize safety or create fear."

Author's summary: Calgary is addressing rising downtown crime through combined enforcement and community partnerships to ensure public spaces are safe and welcoming for all.

The City of Calgary — 2025-11-05

Safer Calgary

Strengthening Our City Together

Focused Operations and Supportive Initiatives

Community Concerns and Public Space Safety

Enforcement and Compassionate Approach

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