Safer Calgary
Strengthening Our City Together
The Calgary Police Service (CPS), in collaboration with the City of Calgary, the Government of Alberta, and local social agencies, is dedicated to improving public safety in areas identified as hot spots for crime and social disorder, especially downtown and along transit routes.
Community-Focused Safety Efforts
Through targeted operations and supportive initiatives, these partners work to reduce open-air drug use, drug trafficking, and other unsafe activities. CPS continues to enforce laws and bylaws; however, enforcement is only one part of a broader effort that includes addressing the root causes of these behaviours.
Public spaces are meant to be safe, respectful, and welcoming for everyone, yet many residents report they no longer feel secure in these areas.
Current Crime Trends in Calgary
In 2025, Calgary reached a six-year high in downtown violence, showing a 20 percent increase compared to the five-year average. Calls involving disturbances, unwanted guests, indecent acts, and drug-related issues made up about 75 percent of all disorder incidents in the city centre.
Commitment to Safety and Respect
Authorities stress that public spaces should be used for their intended purposes and that behaviours threatening safety or creating fear will not be tolerated. While compassion and access to social services shape much of the response, enforcement remains essential to maintaining order and protecting the community.
Summary
Calgary Police Service and partners focus on reducing urban disorder and violence through combined social support and law enforcement to restore safety in shared city spaces.