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MFRC Family Networks

Absence Support

Information and resources for friends and family members who are supporting military members away from home due to an absence.

Contact Information


Email: absence.support@emfrc.com

Is your military member away from home due to an absence (course, exercise, deployment, overseas, Imposed Restriction, etc.)? Register with us to receive work-related absence information on resources and services available to you and your family, get connected to the MFRC local to you and/or receive support in French.

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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MFRC How to Send Morale Mail

Did you know you could send morale mail to your deployed military member for free? This service is available at the MFRC under the direction of the Fleet Mail Office. 
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Programming at the MFRC

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Wellness Wednesday: Plant and Paint

In March, join the Wellness Team for an evening of painting and planting together.
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Drop-In Morning Coffee Connections

This volunteer-led program allows you to meet other military family community members in a relaxed setting. Registration is not required.
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Month of the Military Child Movie Night

The Esquimalt MFRC is hosting a special night out at the movies for military children and their parents/guardians! Registration closes April 6th.
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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

Programming for Children and Youth

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Fast Friends: Month of the Military Child Special Event (Ages 8-15)

In April, enjoy NERF and fort games, and a board game café for youth of all abilities and support needs.
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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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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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