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Calgary Police Tackle Social Disorder Crisis
9 Apr
Summary
- Specialized police unit formed in 2024 to manage social disorder.
- Roughly 75 high-system users contribute significantly to crime.
- City to spend $150,000 on cleaning a specific downtown street.
In Calgary, a dedicated police unit established in 2024 is working to address rising social disorder and enhance public safety. Officers engage with individuals exhibiting unpredictable behavior, often linked to addiction and mental health challenges. A significant portion of these issues is attributed to around 75 'high-system users' who generate numerous police calls daily.
The city is investing $150,000 to clean a 100-meter section of road near the Calgary Drop-In Centre, a facility that serves hundreds of people nightly. Despite these efforts, social disorder continues to impact downtown areas, leading to concerns from residents and business owners about safety and the city's image.
Businesses are implementing protective measures, such as removing seating and upgrading security, in response to increased crime and disorder. Overall crime is declining, but violent crime and disorder-related police calls in the city centre have seen an increase, reaching a six-year high by the end of 2025.
