Absence Support
Holiday Closure
The Esquimalt MFRC, Out of School Care, and Daycare will be closed over the holidays from December 21st, 2024 to January 5th, 2025. Learn more
Canada Post: Holiday 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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Drop-In Morning Coffee Connections
Are you looking to meet other military-connected family members, or are you new to town? Join us for an informal coffee connection and welcome.
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Wellness Wednesday: Mindful Movement
In January, we invite you to join our Wellness Team member and nourishing movement leader Kaitlyn for an evening of gentle movement.
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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
123 Music & Me
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Fast Friends (Ages 8-15): Board and Card Game Cafe
Join us in January for an evening of board and card games for all abilities.
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Casual Child Care
Try Casual Child for a few hours of respite or to get things done without your "little helper".
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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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