MV Asterix 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

Email:	asterix.family@emfrc.com
Facebook Group:	MV Asterix Family Network
MV Asterix on Social Media:	Facebook, Instagram

When you join the Family Network for MV Asterix, 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 MV Asterix

Drop off your care packages until June 15th, 2026, during regular business hours at either the:

Colwood Pacific Activity Centre MFRC
443 Squadron
Fleet Mail Office
Naden Mail Office

Due to crew switch-outs during this deployment, please ensure you send morale mail in coordination with your loved one’s sailing schedule. Please keep in mind that morale mail can take 8-10 weeks to reach the ship.

There will be several evening morale mail drop-off opportunities at the MFRC:

Wednesday, March 11th, 4:00 – 6:00 pm (CPAC)
Wednesday, April 22nd, 4:00 – 6:00 pm (CPAC)
Wednesday, May 13th, 4:00 – 6:00 pm (CPAC)
Wednesday, June 10th, 4:00 – 6:00 pm (CPAC)

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.

NRU Asterix Pre-Deployment Brief Recap (January 2026)

Here is the recording from the NRU Asterix Pre-Deployment Brief (minus operational security information) that was held on Tuesday, January 27th, 2026.

Programming at the MFRC

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Wellness Wednesday: Plant and Paint

In March, join the Wellness Team for an evening of painting and planting together.

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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Month of the Military Child Movie Night

The Esquimalt MFRC is hosting a special night out at the movies for military children and their parents/guardians! Registration closes April 6th.

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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: Month of the Military Child Special Event (Ages 8-15)

In April, enjoy NERF and fort games, and a board game café for youth of all abilities and support needs.

Supporting Children Through Absence

Help your child(ren) adjust to a parent being away on a deployment or work-related absence.