Calgary police ready for Red Mile revellers

With the NHL playoffs set to start next week, Calgary police say they are prepared for the ‘C or Red’ to flood 17th Avenue S.W., also known as the Red Mile.   Officers will once again be using a “meet-and-greet” strategy, said Acting Insp. Claire Smart, meaning they will be deployed among the crowds, interacting with fans. “Police like to have fun, we’re citizens of Calgary ourselves. This is supposed to be an enjoyable time,” she said. “