Stronger Together Deployment Handbook

Tailored support is available for Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members and their families experiencing military-related absences, including deployments, taskings, training, and imposed restrictions.

To further support families through these unique challenges, our Child & Youth Program Coordinator has developed a comprehensive Guide for Military Families Navigating an Absence.

This resource is designed to help CAF members and their families prepare for, manage, and adapt to every stage of a military-related absence. It brings together essential forms, evidence-based research, emotional wellness resources, practical checklists, and local and national support services in one convenient guide. Whether you're preparing for a departure, maintaining connections while apart, or adjusting to life after a reunion, this guide provides the tools, information, and support needed to navigate the experience with confidence and resilience.

Click the link to access the deployment handbook : Stronger Together Guide

To book your one-on-one meeting or for more information contact megan.boufford@csmfrc.ca

Relocation 101

Canadian Armed Forces members who are currently relocating—or preparing to do so—can book a personalized guidance session designed to ease the transition. These meetings are open to CAF members, spouses, and dependents, offering direct access to helpful insights and practical resources.

Led by an experienced military spouse, each session provides support to help you confidently navigate relocation challenges, posting procedures, and settling into your new community. Whether you're just starting the process or well underway, this tailored guidance ensures you’re not facing it alone.

To book your one-on-one meeting or for more information contact katherine.defosse@csmfrc.ca

Resume Workshops

For both active military and dependents, speak with a military spouse who has extensive human relations experience in both the civilian and military lifestyles/languages. 

Please contact megan.boufford@csmfrc.ca for more information.

Support Our Troops Grants

Support Our Troops has many grants available for families who are in need of assistance! These include emergency financial assistance, special needs grants, summer camp grants, scholarships and bursaries, and community grants. 

For help with these grants locally please contact katherine.defosse@csmfrc.ca

Lending Library Catalogue

The CSMFRC has officially launch our Lending Library Catalogue! 

For the complete list of resources available: click here!

Babysitter List

At the CSMFRC, we understand that frequent relocations tied to military life can make finding reliable childcare a challenge. To help ease that stress, we've compiled a curated list of local babysitters—organized by geographical area—so you can quickly find support close to home.

If you or your child would like to be added to this list as a babysitter, we welcome you to reach out and become part of this community resource.

Please contact megan.boufford@csmfrc.ca for more information. 

Mind & Mission Resource Library

The CSMFRC is proud to launch the Mind & Mission Resource Library, a curated book catalogue designed to inspire learning, resilience, and connection. Browse the collection to discover titles that support personal growth, wellbeing, and lifelong learning. The books are located for pick-up at the CSMFRC.

For the complete list of resources available: click here!

Please contact megan.boufford@csmfrc.ca to check out a book today!