Home Front Connections
Military life can mean time apart, and every absence can look a little different.
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Kingston Military Family Resource Centre
Home Front Connections is a welcoming space for adults connected to CAF members to meet others who understand the realities of military absences. Whether you are preparing for an upcoming departure, navigating time apart, or adjusting when a loved one returns, you can take part in conversations, practical activities, shared learning, and moments of connection.
Some evenings are simply an opportunity to talk and connect. Others explore everyday topics that can make time apart a little easier to navigate.
You do not need to attend every session. Join in person or online. Choose the evenings that feel useful or interesting to you.
Who can take part?
Open to adults 18+ who have a connection to a Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) member, including:
- spouses
- partners
- parents
- adult dependants
- close family members and friends
Whether the absence lasts a few days, a few weeks, or several months, you are welcome to take part.
Join in the way that works for you
Home Front Connections is offered in person and online, so you can choose what works best for your evening.
| In person | Kingston Military Family Resource Centre – 32 Lundy’s Lane Child minding is available for participants attending in person. |
Online | Participate from home through Microsoft Teams: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/264251916517720?p=JaqOrEJynOONx4Gk0u The virtual option can be helpful when getting out of the house is not easy, routines are busy, or you simply prefer to connect from home. |
What can I expect?
Depending on the evening, you might:
- listen to a conversation
- ask questions
- exchange practical ideas
- participate in an activity
- hear how other families navigate military absences
- share your own experience
- simply spend time with people who understand
There is no expectation to share more than you are comfortable sharing.
Upcoming Connections
Date | Session | What to expect |
September 15, 2026 | Open Chat | An open evening to connect, talk, listen, ask questions, and spend time with others who understand military absences. |
September 29, 2026 | Morale Mail 101 | Explore guidelines, restrictions, and free drop-off options for care packages being sent to deployed CAF members. Share ideas and inspiration for creating a meaningful package from home. |
October 13, 2026 | Open Chat | An informal conversation about military absences, everyday experiences, questions, and whatever is on your mind. |
October 27, 2026 | Recipe Swap | Share a favourite quick-meal idea and discover simple recipes for busy days when routines at home look a little different. |
November 10, 2026 | Open Chat | A relaxed opportunity to connect with others who understand the realities of time apart. |
November 24, 2026 | Holiday Harmony | Talk about changing traditions, expectations, transitions, and staying connected during the holiday season. |
December 8, 2026 | Topic coming soon | More details will be shared as they become available. |
