As Calgary students prepare to return to school, the city is ramping up safety efforts around school zones.

Improvements have been made at more than 50 schools over the past two years, which include curb extensions, in-street pedestrian signs and/or enhanced signage, sidewalk connections and rectangular rapid flashing beacons, with more planned for 2026.

Meanwhile, police and city officials are urging drivers to slow down and stay alert, especially in playground zones where speeding remains a concern.

The city says its traffic safety teams will be out near schools, talking with parents, waving to students, and ensuring drivers slow down. Additionally, the city says its presence isn’t just about enforcement, but about “care and connection.”

Officers will be present to enforce rules and

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