Calgary police defend decision to use Punjabi signs
Calgary Police Service created signs which read “Police active in this area. Report threats and extortions,” with one side written in Punjabi and the other in English.
Temporary signs placed around northeast Calgary caused a stir when pictures of one side, written in Punjabi, drew negative reactions. However, Calgary police say they are meant to provide help for those in the South Asian community who are suffering from extortion.
The signs were created by the Calgary Police Service, which read “Police active in this area. Report threats and extortions. 403-266-1234,” with one side written in Punjabi and the other in English.
