'Arrests will be made': Calgary police launch enforcement blitz in city's centre

Calgary Police Conduct Enforcement Blitz Downtown

Over 100 Calgary police officers and bylaw enforcement personnel targeted the city’s downtown Wednesday in a focused safety operation. The one-day initiative, called Operation Order, aimed to increase public safety in high-priority areas through strategic patrols and community engagement.

Operation Details and Outcomes

Officers were redeployed from other parts of Calgary to boost the effort, with the goal of addressing issues related to drug use, possession, trafficking, and violence. Throughout the day, police, community safety, and transit peace officers patrolled key locations enforcing laws and bylaws.

The operation resulted in 20 arrests, numerous court summonses, and referrals to social service agencies to help individuals in need.

“The initiative aims to enhance public safety in priority areas downtown through strategic patrols, focused enforcement, community outreach and referrals to support services,” the city’s news release stated.

Community Approach and Support

Alongside enforcement, officers made efforts to connect people with support services, recognizing the importance of addressing underlying social issues linked to criminal activity.

Additional Information

This concentrated effort reflects the city’s commitment to maintaining safe environments downtown by blending law enforcement with community assistance.

Author's summary: Calgary police launched Operation Order to improve downtown safety, leading to arrests and social service referrals, combining enforcement with community outreach for better public protection.

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Calgary Herald Calgary Herald — 2025-11-06

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