Chief Katie McLellan

🚔 Safer Calgary - #OperationOrder 🚔 Yesterday, Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025, we launched Safer Calgary – Operation Order – a focused initiative that aims to enhance public safety in priority areas downtown, including the East Village, Stephen Avenue & Century Gardens. Accompanied…

Safer Calgary - Operation Order is about more than enforcement. It's about demonstrating to Calgarians that their concerns are being heard & acted upon. Our increased visibility downtown is deliberate: we are here, we are engaged & we are committed to making our city safer.…

Safer Calgary – Operation Order is a focused initiative that aims to enhance public safety in priority areas downtown through strategic patrols, focused enforcement, community outreach & referrals to support services. Throughout the day, CPS officers, along with Community Safety…

We recognize that many Calgarians continue to feel concerned about safety in the downtown core. Despite sustained enforcement efforts, including an intensive 8-month initiative earlier this year, both the perception & reality of social disorder & crime remain pressing challenges.…

Every impaired driving collision is preventable & every life lost is a tragedy the CPS work tirelessly to avoid. This year, we have already surpassed last year’s 10-year high for fatal collisions, with 31 lives lost. Of those, at least 4 were linked to impaired driving & the…

Today marks the beginning of the @FieldOfCrosses — a tribute to the thousands of Southern Albertans who gave their lives in service to Canada. Among them are seven members of the CPS who made the ultimate sacrifice during the First and Second World Wars. Each year, CPS members…

Thank you, Mayor-elect, for your leadership and commitment to community and transit safety. Your recognition of our frontline members and the important work they do every day is deeply appreciated. The Calgary Police Service looks forward to working closely with you and Council…

On World Mental Health Day, we reflect on the collective responsibility to support mental well-being in every community, including the law enforcement community. By fostering compassion & connection with each other & in the communities where we serve, we can create space where…

Over the weekend, I had the honour of attending the Sisters in Spirit March & Vigil, a solemn & powerful event dedicated to raising awareness of the ongoing crisis of Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls & Two-Spirit people (MMIWG2S). This annual gathering brings…

The Calgary Police Service Executive Leadership Team were grateful for the opportunity to meet last week with students and faculty at @MountRoyalU. We really appreciated the great questions and honest conversations. It made for a meaningful visit. We value these connections and…

National Day for Truth & Reconciliation Today, we join Indigenous communities in remembering & honouring the children who never returned home & the survivors of residential schools, along with their families. The @CalgaryPolice is committed to listening, learning & building…

Sunday marked the 45th edition of the Calgary Police Classic, formerly known as the Calgary Police Half Marathon, a long standing tradition that brings the community together through movement, connection & shared purpose. Thank you to everyone who ran, walked or volunteered &…

Wishing you success as you take on this important leadership role. With Calgary & Edmonton both playing key roles in shaping public safety across Alberta, I look forward to continued collaboration & shared progress between our two services. Congratulations Chief Warren Driechel…

Great visit with Dallas, Blake, Bindu and the amazing crew at @GlobalCalgary. Thank you for all the work you do to keep Calgarians connected.

Honoured to make my first visit to @REDFMCALGARY as Chief. It was a valuable opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue on issues that matter to Calgary’s South Asian community.

I commend all partner agencies for their outstanding work in bringing Project Cerberus to a successful conclusion. This investigation exemplifies the power of cross-jurisdictional collaboration & the strategic value of intelligence-led policing in disrupting transnational…

This past weekend, we gathered in honour of the Calgary Police Service’s 140th anniversary at the Regimental Ball - a truly unforgettable evening filled with pride, tradition & camaraderie. I was deeply moved by the presence of our members, both past & present, along with our…

On National Police Woman Day, we celebrate the women who protect our communities. These women embody strength, resilience & compassion in the face of challenges, showing up every day with a deep commitment to keeping others safe. For every police woman is often a family who've…

Today we remember the lives lost & the heroes who stepped forward on Sept. 11, 2001. The National Day of Service & Remembrance reminds us that service is not just a duty; it is a bond that connects us all. We honour those who served & continue to serve, embodying the enduring…

Let’s break the silence & shift the narrative from stigma to support, from isolation to understanding. Mental health challenges affect everyone, regardless of role or rank, including those who serve & protect our communities. This day is a powerful reminder to spotlight…