Calgary Police say photo radar enforcement will focus on several neighbourhoods this month, as well as construction zones where workers are present.
For the month of August, photo radar will be focusing on the communities of Acadia, Applewood Park, Bowness, Citadel, East Village, Fairview, Huntington Hills, Kingsland, Palliser, Pineridge, Renfrew, Strathcona, Temple, and West Hillhurst.
The Calgary Police Service says it will also deploy radar in active construction zones.
There are also 52 Intersection Safety Camera (ISC) locations throughout the city.
"...That are capable of capturing red light infractions. These cameras continue to reduce collisions and foster a safer driving environment at our intersections,” CPS said in a Friday news release.
Speeding fines increase with the severity of the offence. Motorists caught driving more than 50 km/h over the posted limit are required to appear before a judge.
“These drivers not only put themselves in danger, but they also endanger the lives of others,” the police service said.
Since April 1, 2025, all Alberta municipalities have been required to comply with the province’s Automated Traffic Enforcement (ATE) Technology Guideline.
The updated rules were announced on Dec. 2, 2024, following a government review aimed at ensuring photo radar use prioritizes traffic safety rather than revenue generation.
Under the province’s current policy:
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Photo radar is banned on all provincial highways and highway connectors
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Speed enforcement is limited to school, playground and construction zones
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Intersection Safety Devices (ISDs) may only be used to ticket red-light violations
Municipalities may apply for exemptions if a photo radar location demonstrates a high frequency and severity of collisions compared to five similar sites. Exempted sites must be reassessed every two years.
According to the Government of Alberta, “Automated Traffic Enforcement (ATE) technology, commonly known as photo radar, is intended to be used to make our roads safer.”
The 2025 ATE guideline is based on four core principles:
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Transportation safety must be the only goal of ATE programs
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Police, municipalities and the province share responsibility for safety outcomes
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Programs must be evidence-based, audited and publicly reported
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Transparency is essential to maintaining public confidence
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