YouthLink Calgary - The Calgary Police Interpretive Centre
NOTE: COVID-19 UPDATE - PROVIDING SERVICES ONLINE. ALL IN PERSON PRESENTATIONS AND PROGRAMMING HAVE BEEN CANCELLED AND THE MUSEUM AND CENTRE OF CRIME PREVENTION ARE CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
Provides a museum strongly dedicated to youth crime prevention initiatives. Programs help youth build strong internal compasses that rely on values, real information and the skills proven to execute safe decisions successfully.
Service offers:
- facilitated presentations and self-guided tours of the Police Museum available for groups.
School Programs that combine science education, crime prevention and policing fun
- Safe for Life presentations that focus on issues such as substance abuse, mental health, gangs, online safety, domestic abuse and family violence
- introduces smart decision-making skills and effective communication skills
hands-on policing experiences help break down barriers and build trust between youth and the Calgary Police service
- Forensic Science school program supports the grade 6 Evidence and Investigation Unit.
Training workshops for parents and teachers help adults support youth in making safe and informed choices (including cannabis education)