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HMCS Max Bernays Family Network

Connect with others going through the same experience, participate in social activities, and get the latest updates on deployments and work-related absences.
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Absence Open House

Is your loved one away on a deployment or work-related absence? Come together with other military families at the MFRC to enjoy lunch and activities!
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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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Contact Information

Family Network Volunteers:Sheila
Email:maxbernays.family@emfrc.com
Facebook Group:HMCS Max Bernays Family Network
HMCS Max Bernays on Social Media:Facebook, Instagram


When you join the Family Network for HMCS Max Bernays, you will receive important updates on deployments and work-related absences, information on social activities, and have the opportunity to connect with others going through the same experience.

Register with us to receive deployment and work-related absence support by becoming a part of your Family Network, connecting with the MFRC local to you, and/or receiving support in French.

Morale Mail Information for HMCS Max Bernays

Drop off your care packages until Friday, August 7, 2026, during regular business hours at either the: 

There will be an evening morale mail drop-off opportunity at the MFRC on Wednesday, July 15th, from 4-6 pm.

The mailing address for this deployment is:
RANK / NAME / INITIAL
SHIP NAME, MESS #   
PO BOX 17000 STN FORCES
VICTORIA, BC
V9A 7N2

Important Notes: 

  • Wrapping supplies (i.e. tape, paper, scissors) are available at our Colwood MFRC location. 
  • International customs forms will be available. 
  • If you are mailing from out of area, we suggest adding 10 days to the advertised cut-off date to allow for parcel travel to Victoria.  

For more information on mailing guidelines and restrictions, check out our postal page.

HMCS Max Bernays Pre-Deployment Brief Recap (June 2026)

Here is the recording from the HMCS Max Bernays Pre-Deployment Brief (minus operational security information) that was held on Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026.

Programming at the MFRC

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Stay & Play in the Park

Join us for a morning of fun interaction with your child in a local park for free play, games and story time. Work Point and Belmont Park locations.
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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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