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.

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:	Yeonjin and Sheila
Email:	ottawa.family@esquimaltmfrc.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.

Programming at the MFRC

Programming for Children and Youth

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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