“Empowering Airdrie’s Future, One Youth at a Time
PMAST (Peer Mediation And Skills Training) is a Calgary-based charity that has been quietly changing lives for over 26 years. Now, with the support of both the Federal and Provincial Governments, PMAST is proud to collaborate with the Airdrie community to develop and pilot its latest initiative, the Youth Legacy Program.
The Youth Legacy Program is a free, community-rooted project designed to support youth facing conflict, bullying or systemic barriers, challenges impacting their emotional or mental health and their ability to thrive and meet their full potential. While it offers a valuable alternative for at-risk youth navigating the justice system, the program is open to any young person looking for guidance, skills, and direction.
What makes Youth Legacy unique is its holistic, relationship-focused approach. Through mentorship, life skills training, and strong local partnerships, youth learn conflict management, communication skills, leadership, how to build healthier relationships at home and in the community and set goals and a clear path for future success through the Dream It Plan It Build It Program.
Whether a youth is struggling with emotional wellness or needs help preparing for the workforce, Youth Legacy steps in as a supportive “village,” connecting participants with trusted partners like Boys and Girls Club, Alberta Health Services-Recovery Alberta, Community Links, Sober Friends Society, Thumbs Up Foundation, Airdrie Counselling Centre, Off The Grid Youth, etal. We also collaborate with the RCMP, Youth Probation, and the judicial system—but our mission goes far beyond justice. Backed by government funding, this program isn’t just a safety net—it’s a launching pad.
Research shows that early investment in youth intervention pays off in a big way. Studies estimate that saving a single high-risk youth from a life of crime has a present value between $2.6 to $5.3 million—an investment that benefits both individuals and society.
At PMAST, we believe that conflict and challenges do not have to define your future.
