CPS History
When is CPS' birthday?
Feb 7, 1885
what does Tosguna mean?
black solider
Police are the public and....
The public are the police
what is the Chief's colour?
Blue
when did CPS get their canine unit?
1960
what year did CPS get their first flag?
1971
when did Alberta become a province?
1905
why do police exist?
to prevent crime and disorder as an alternative to crime repression by force and severity of legal punishment
How many strong was the first CPS force (i.e. how many members)?
3 - the Chief and two constables
when did zoning (districts) start in the police force?
1912
who was the first CPS police woman and what year did she join?
Vera Russell, 1945
what day did Calgary become a town?
Nov. 17, 1884
how do police seek and preserve public favour?
Through:
impartial service
independent policy
inclusivity and,
the individual sacrifice to protect and preserve life
Who was the first CPS chief?
John Ingram
when were mugshots established?
1913
when was HAWC1 created?
July 18, 1995
when was the first Calgary police headquarters' built?
1914
what do police abilities to perform duties depend on?
public approval
public respect
who was the first female Chief?
Christine Silverberg
what year did CPS get their current flag?
1985
what year did we change from Calgary Police Force to Calgary City Police?
1973
what day did Calgary become a city?
Jan. 1, 1894
what things must police never do with their authority?
avenge individuals or the state
judge guilt/punish the guilty
what year did CPS get their first female Chief?
1995
what year did CPS get their first patrol car?
1929