TAC Day

Join us for a free, exciting, and educational day celebrating 50 years of service by
the CPS Tactical Team!

As part of Youthlink’s ongoing commitment to crime prevention and community education, this event offers a meet and greet with the TAC Team which has provided 50 years of public safety service in Calgary.

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 6, 2025
10:00A.M. – 2:00P.M.
YouthLink Calgary Interpretive Centre
5111 47 Street N.E., Calgary, AB

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

– Meet TAC Police Officers
– Interactive stations
– Uniform try on
– Watch live demos:
– Explosive entry techniques
– Building rappelling
– Robot Demo
– Learn how the TAC Team supports public safety in Calgary
– Access to YouthLink’s interactive exhibits and scavenger hunts, including real-life crime stories, forensic displays, and historic artifacts
– Support Local Crime Prevention — Enter the 50/50 Draw!

AGENDA

10:00 am – Doors Open
10:30 am – Grand Entrance (Dynamic arrival of TAC Team)
11:30 am – Bomb Robot Demo
12:30 pm – Vehicle Demo, with inert pepper ball, to extraction.
01:30 pm – Explosive Entry Techniques and Rappel Team

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I bring my whole family?

Absolutely! TAC Day is designed for families, friends, and community members of all ages. Everyone is welcome! That being said the demonstrations are more suited to kids, teens and adults. We do not have specific activities for toddlers and infants.

Is there a cost to attend?

No – this event is a free, fun, and educational event for everyone!

Will food be available?

No, food will not be available. Please bring your own snacks.

Where can I park?

Free parking will be available at the main Calgary Police Service Headquarters lot.

Will this event still happen if it rains or snows?

Yes — rain, shine, or even snow, TAC Day will go on! The event includes mostly outdoor activities, so we recommend dressing for the weather appropriately

Can I explore the exhibits inside YouthLink during the event?

Yes! All attendees get free access to YouthLink’s interactive exhibits, including scavenger hunts, forensic displays, historic policing tools, and real crime stories. It’s a hands-on experience that turns every visitor into a detective for the day.

Are there activities for younger children?

Not quite activities per say. This will be more of a show and shine event, where guests will be able to watch live tactical demonstrations and try on gear. But there are no specific activities for kids under the age of 5.

TAC Day

Join us for a free, exciting, and educational day celebrating 50 years of service by
the CPS Tactical Team!

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TAC Day

Join us for a free, exciting, and educational day celebrating 50 years of service bythe CPS Tactical Team!

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

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Frequently Asked Questions

Join us for a free, exciting, and educational day celebrating 50 years of service by
the CPS Tactical Team!