About Us
About Us
Mission
Calgary Crime Stoppers champions public safety by enabling anonymous reporting, building strong community partnerships, and raising awareness. We prevent and disrupt crime through collaboration with law enforcement protecting all Calgarians.
Vision
A safe, inclusive, and resilient Calgary where every community is empowered, crime is actively deterred, awareness and prevention are prioritized, and every voice contributes to building a stronger, healthier, and safer tomorrow for all Calgarians.
Tips Recieved
Arrests Made
Cases Resolved
Charges Laid
Stolen Properties Recovered Worth
Illegal Drugs Seized Worth
Rewards Approved Worth
40+ Years Of Impact
Since its launch in 1982, Calgary Crime Stoppers has been a driving force in public safety, empowering citizens to play an active role in crime prevention through anonymous tips.
With over 126,000 tips received, the program has led to the arrest of 7,500 individuals, the resolution of 15,000 cases, and the laying of 12,500 charges. It has also contributed to the recovery of $36 million in stolen property and the seizure of $321 million in illegal drugs, bringing total seizures to $363 million.
To recognize the invaluable role of anonymous tipsters, Calgary Crime Stoppers has awarded over $2 million in rewards since its inception, reinforcing its commitment to community-driven safety.
How Does Crime Stoppers Work?
- Over The Years
Our History
1976 Origins In Alburquerque
Crime Stoppers first launched in Albuquerque, New Mexico, when Detective Greg MacAleese used a televised re-enactment of a homicide, an anonymous tipline, and a reward offer to solve a crime within 72 hours. This revolutionary model was soon replicated worldwide.
1982 Founding Calgary – Canada’s First Program
- 1982 marked a milestone as the first Crime Stoppers program in Canada, established in Calgary by community leaders, including former Lieutenant‑Governor Lois Mitchell.
- Leadership included local businessmen and law enforcement, building on the Albuquerque framework to enable anonymous tip submissions via a toll‑free line 1‑800‑222‑8477 and website.
Community Testimonials & Media Coverage
- Former Chief Constable Mark Neufeld praised the close cooperation among community, media, and police in leveraging anonymous tips for safety.
- Mayor Jyoti Gondek reflected on growing up with McGruff the Crime Dog, acknowledging Calgary’s pioneering role in establishing Crime Stoppers.
- Former Lt‑Gov Lois Mitchell, a founder, called the initiative “remarkable”, celebrating Calgary’s innovation in public safety.
Organizational Framework
- Run by a volunteer board, in partnership with local police, media outlets, and community groups.
- Functions as a registered charitable, not-for-profit entity relying on community donations and sponsors.
- Key promise: 100% anonymity, no caller ID, no recording, secure tip-handling via phone and web.
Our Milestones
Since its founding in 1982 as Canada’s first Crime Stoppers program, Calgary Crime Stoppers has led the way in anonymous community-based crime prevention. From the early success of its tipline to innovative awareness efforts like the 2012 LRT car wrap, $1.5 million in rewards by 2015, and government funding support in 2022, the program continues to evolve. In recent years, high-visibility campaigns such as the 2024 branded transit bus and the 2025 Calgary Tower lighting in red and white have reinforced public trust and civic pridemarking over four decades of impact, awareness, and community partnership.
- How We Help
Structure & Funding
Approach
Calgary Crime Stoppers uses a three-part approach to preventing and solving crimes.
Education & Raising Awareness
Calgary Crime Stoppers through campaigns and support through various partners attend events, post on social media together with the media outlet share various programs & concerns to the public.
Empowering The Community
Follow-up By Law
Your information/tip is reviewed by our coordinators to ensure no information you share has any details about yourself, once completed this information/tip is shared with law enforcement agencies to then put the jigsaw together, and investigate, leading to an arrest/charges and success in fighting crime
Funding
Calgary Crime Stoppers program is funded by private donations and fund-raising events. The reward money paid out by the program is from fund raising and donations from concerned Calgarians and businesses.
Why Help Calgary Crime Stoppers?
When you help Calgary Crime Stoppers, you’re taking a stand for a safe community. Whether it’s drugs, theft, weapons, fraud, or other crimes, your tip can help law enforcement connect the dots. Even small details matter. You stay completely anonymous, no police visits, no court, and no one will ever know who you are. And if your tip leads to an arrest or charges, you could receive a cash reward of up to $2,000. It’s simple, secure, and makes a real difference. Every piece counts.
Our Partners
