Absence Support
Evening Hours: Colwood MFRC Front Desk
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Victoria Royals Canadian Armed Forces Appreciation Night Contest
Win a seat in a luxury suite at the Victoria Royals hockey game on November 3rd, 2024. Contest closes October 25th.
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Canada Post: Christmas Postal Service
You will be able to send care packages free of charge from any Canada Post Retail Outlet to designated overseas locations from October 15, 2024 to January 15, 2025.
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Preparing for Deployment & Absence Resources and Services
Ready for that upcoming deployment or work-related absence? We recommend that you go through the following information before the departure date arrives.
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During Deployment & Absence Resources and Services
Currently experiencing a deployment or work-related absence? Discover the resources and services available to you and your family.
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Return and Reintegration Resources and Services
Prepare for homecoming and beyond with these resources.
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Wellness Wednesday - Mindful Creativity
In October, we will encourage you to explore using artistic expression as a mode of self-care.
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Community Kitchen
Enjoy cooking delicious meals and connect with other military families in this facilitated and fun cooking program.
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Fast Friends (Ages 8-15): Bookish Night
Calling all book lovers! Come join other bookworms to enjoy activities to celebrate our love of reading.
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Growing Parents
A supportive and educational group for new and expecting parents. Guest Speakers and topics related to pregnancy and parenting babies up to 12 months of age.
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Parent & Child Programming
The MFRC offers several in-person options for parents to meet other parents, and for children to connect.
Stay & Play
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Respite Child Care During Absences
Available at no cost when a military parent is deployed or away for work-related reasons for 21 consecutive days or more.
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Supporting Children Through Absence
Help your child(ren) adjust to a parent being away on a deployment or work-related absence.
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