Multi Agency School Support Team
he Multi Agency School Support Team (MASST) is an early intervention, school-based program that supports children aged five to 12, who are exhibiting behavior which puts them at risk for negative, possibly criminal patterns of behaviour or victimization into teen years.
The program is based on two concepts:
- Early, individualized assessment of risk factors
- Access to social support services in school and community
Children and their families work closely with teams of police officers, registered social workers, and Recovery Alberta, often for extended periods of time, to achieve the following long range goals:
- Children are less likely to be involved in negative, even criminal patterns of behaviour or victimization
- Greater collaboration among police, schools, and other agencies in addressing crime prevention and child/family resilience
- MASST-involved children and families have an improved perception around the role of police, social workers and other helpful professionals
Program Highlights
Average Caseload in 2026
MASST helps families access resources to help with basic needs, mental health support, housing and assisting newcomers to Calgary.
New Referrals to MASST in 2025
MASST social workers help vulnerable children and youth navigate challenging mental health issues, trauma, poverty and more.
%
of MASST Clients Identify as Indigenous
Lives Changed
Emily Hewitt
This year, our MASST Chief Youth Courage Award recipient is ten-year-old, Emily. Emily was referred to MASST due to struggles with anxiety and expressing her emotions. From a young age, Emily has...
Mamdouh Baballa
Mamdouh Baballa met the team from MASST at age 10. As the oldest of four siblings and new to Canada, Mamdouh didn’t always have the easiest time growing up. His family faced many challenges,...
Jamie’s Story
A letter from Jamie…. I’m unsure if you still work here, I have no clue if you still use this email. But this is Jamie, a kid you worked with in Calgary. I moved, about four years ago or so. And I...
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