New public safety program for Calgary in the works

The Alberta government says it won't be leaving out Calgary as it looks into way to improve public safety in downtown environments. Both Jeremy Nixon, Alberta's minister of seniors, community and social services, and Public Safety Minister Mike Ellis confirmed Thursday the province is working on solutions that will cater to what's needed in Calgary. Later this month, the Edmonton Police Service and Alberta Sheriffs will embark on a 15-week pilot program aimed at putting more personnel on the gro