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Submarines 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:Kylie
Email:subs.family@esquimaltmfrc.com
Facebook Group:Submarines Family Network (Pacific)
Submarines on Social Media:Facebook, Instagram


When you join the Submarines 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 Chicoutimi, HMCS Corner Brook and HMCS Victoria. 

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.

Preparing for Deployment & Absence Resources and Services

Ready for that upcoming deployment or work-related absence? We recommend that you go through the following information before the departure date arrives.
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HMCS Corner Brook Pre-Deployment Brief Recap (July 2025)

Here is the recording from the HMCS Corner Brook's Pre-Deployment Brief that was held on Saturday, July 26th, 2025.

AJAG & SISIP Pre-Deployment Brief Recording - 2025


Is your military member deploying with HMCS Corner Brook? In preparation for your upcoming deployment, check out this previously recorded presentation from AJAG & SISIP, which covers some Pre-Deployment Legal Considerations and Financial Planning tips. 
  

Programming at the MFRC

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Community Connections at Helmcken Centennial Park

Are you new to town, anticipating or experiencing a deployment or absence, or just looking to meet other military families? Join us on August 20th for a casual evening of community connection. 
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Stay & Play in the Park

Join us for a morning of fun interaction with your child in a local park for free play, games and story time. Work Point and Belmont Park locations.
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Programming for Children and Youth

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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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