Are you worried that a gang may be operating in your community, or that your child, a friend or a loved one is in danger of becoming involved with a gang?

Have you seen any suspicious activity?

The Calgary Police Service wants to help people get out of gangs. If you need help, or if you know someone who does,
call the Gang Help Line at: 403-206-8191.

If you see a crime in progress, do not put yourself in harm's way. Call the police by dialing 911 immediately.

You can also find support through other agencies, including:

Youth at Risk Development (YARD) - 403-206-8409
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What is YARD?

YARD is a community based early intervention initiative that supports youth who are at risk of gang involvement.

Two YARD teams, consisting of a police officer and a registered social worker, work closely with youth, their families, schools and community agencies.

YARD will work to develop an individualized case plan that is family centered in order to help youth at risk avoid or escape the gang life style.

YARD is funded by the National Crime Prevention Center of Canada (NCPC). It is delivered in partnership between the Calgary Police Service and the City of Calgary’s Community and Neighbourhood Services.

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Who Gets Involved?

Youth participation in YARD is voluntary. YARD works with youth between the ages of 10 and 17 who are currently at risk, affiliated with a gang or involved in gang activity. 

Other Resources

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The Calgary Police Service's
Diversity Resources Unit 403-206-8150:
The Diversity Resources Unit is a team of officers who promote cross-cultural relationships and partnerships through established advisory committees and actively liaison with a variety of communities.
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Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868:
This phone line has been set up for children and youth who want to get confidential advice on any problems or concerns they may have. Counselors are available 24-hours a day, 7 days a week.
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Calgary Police Service
Community Liaison Officers:
Within every Police District there are Community Liaison Officers who act as a key point of contact for community concerns.
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Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS):
Crime Stoppers is a confidential number you can call to report criminal activity. Crime Stoppers pays cash rewards of up to $2,000 for information that leads to an arrest, the recovery of stolen property, or the seizure of illegal drugs.
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School Resource Officers:
Calgary Junior High and High Schools have police officers who work out of the school, called School Resource Officers. Call your child’s school for contact information.
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Local School Counselors:
All schools have professional counselors on staff to help kids with a variety of personal problems (call your child's school for contact information).