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MFRC Family Networks

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.

Contact Information

Family Network Volunteers:Yeonjin and Sheila
Email:[email protected]
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.

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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Monthly Information Session for HMCS Ottawa (February 2025)

Here is the recording from the Monthly Information Session for HMCS Ottawa (minus operational security information) that was held on Sunday, February 16th, 2025. 

Morale Mail Deadline for HMCS Ottawa

 
The morale mail deadline for this deployment is Thursday, February 6th, 2025.  

Care Package Collection Box - Thank You

Thank you to those who contributed items for the creation of care packages for members not receiving mail. Approximately 497 care packages have been created and sent to HMCS Ottawa during their deployment. We have received extremely positive feedback from those onboard, and they thank everyone for their support. 


Watch the Family Network pages for information on this initiative for future deployments! 


Programming at the MFRC

Monthly Information Session for HMCS Ottawa

HMCS Ottawa’s Command Team will provide a live update to friends and family members about what the ship has been up to and what the future holds.
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Return and Reintegration Workshop

Learn a bit about what you can expect, be introduced to some resources that may aid you and your family, and have a chance to connect with other military family members anticipating a homecoming.
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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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Banner Making Event & Pickup Kits

Let the MFRC assist you in preparing for your loved one’s homecoming by supplying you with all the materials needed to make welcome home banners and decorations. 
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Wellness Wednesday: Nourishing Neighbours

Join our Wellness team members Dana and Holly for an evening of cooking, connection and community 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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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 (Ages 8-15): Mindful Creativity for Youth

Join our team for an evening of art for youth of all abilities! Try out painting while connecting with other youth in a positive supportive environment.
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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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