MCDV 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:	Akasha
Email:	mcdv.family@esquimaltmfrc.com
Facebook Group:	MCDV Family Network (Pacific)
HMCS Brandon on Social Media:	Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter)
HMCS Nanaimo on Social Media:	Facebook, Instagram
HMCS Saskatoon on Social Media:	Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter)
HMCS Whitehorse on Social Media:	Facebook, Instagram

When you join the Maritime Coastal Defence Vessel (MCDV) Family Network, 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. This Network supports HMCS Brandon, HMCS Nanaimo, HMCS Saskatoon, and HMCS Whitehorse.

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

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Wellness Wednesday: Gardening

In May, we will guide you through an evening of attainable home gardening skills. Get your hands dirty and learn about growing your own food!

A wooden crate filled with assorted fresh vegetables and fruits.

Community Kitchen

Enjoy cooking delicious meals and connect with other military families in this facilitated and fun cooking program. This month's theme is Garden Table: Fresh Spring Recipes!

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WorkBC Orientations

Looking for a job or wanting to improve your skills? We are hosting a series of employment workshops presented by a WorkBC Employment Facilitator.

Skills Identification Resume Writing

Waterfront scene with a pathway and a blue building on stilts over the water.

Coffee Connections: Sidney Meetup

A community-building monthly social hour. In June, we will explore Sidney, checking out Sea Glass Beach and other local attractions.

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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

Stacked stones and sea glass with a sunset on a rocky beach.

Fast Friends (Ages 8-15): Beach Art

Learn about the history of sea glass in this interactive workshop and design your own piece of jewelry using locally sourced sea glass.

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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Big Steps for Kinder Prep

We will create and prepare games, crafts and activities that target key skills for children to prepare for the coming school year.

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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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MCDV Family Network

Evening Hours: Colwood MFRC Front Desk

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