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

Calgary Police Launch Downtown Enforcement Blitz

More than 100 Calgary police and bylaw enforcement officers gathered downtown Wednesday for a focused safety crackdown. This one-day initiative, named Operation Order, aimed to improve security in high-priority areas.

Operation Details and Goals

Officers were redeployed from across the city to strengthen patrols and enforcement efforts in the downtown core. The city described the operation as an effort to:

Results of the Enforcement Day

The blitz resulted in 20 arrests, dozens of court summonses, and multiple referrals to social service agencies.

Focus Areas and Activities

Throughout the day, police officers, community safety officers, and transit peace officers patrolled key zones. They enforced laws related to drug use, possession, trafficking, and violence while connecting people with available supports.

“Enhance public safety in priority areas downtown through strategic patrols, focused enforcement, community outreach and referrals to support services,” the city stated in a news release.

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Author's summary: Calgary police coordinated a major enforcement operation downtown, resulting in arrests and community support referrals to boost public safety and address drug-related issues.

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Calgary Herald Calgary Herald — 2025-11-06

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