HMCS Ottawa 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.

Return and Reintegration Resources and Services

Prepare for homecoming and beyond with these resources.

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Contact Information

Family Network Volunteer:	CJ
Email:	ottawa.family@emfrc.com
Facebook Group:	HMCS Ottawa Family Network
HMCS Ottawa on Social Media:	Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter)

When you join the Family Network for HMCS Ottawa, 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.

Information Session for HMCS Ottawa (September 2026)

Here is the recording from the Information Session for HMCS Ottawa (minus operational security information) that was held on Wednesday, September 23rd, 2026.

Programming at the MFRC

Four people's hands holding mugs of coffee.

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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Wellness Wednesday: Sound Healing and Movement

Join us in November for an evening of relaxation through nourishing sound and gentle movement.

Adults preparing a meal together in a kitchen.

Community Kitchen

Enjoy cooking delicious meals and connect with other military families in this facilitated and fun cooking program.

Child & Youth Programming

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Sr. Fast Friends: Beach Art Night (Ages 10-14)

An inclusive place to make new friends. Join us in November to create beach and coastal-themed art.

NEW Trailblazers (Ages 10-15)

Calling all veteran-connected youth! Join us in November to let us know what kind of programs and services YOU want!

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Jr. Fast Friends: Out of the Box - Forts & Games (Ages 5-9)

An inclusive place to make new friends. Join us in November as we enjoy making forts with cardboard.

Children playing at a table with toy animals.

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

Creative Learning for the Early Years

A semi-structured environment with a variety of activities and materials that give young children the opportunity to grow creatively.

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