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Support Programs and Services for Military Families

What's On at the PMFRC

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Play Troop / EarlyON Calendar

The PMFRC offers a Play Troop / EarlyON program for parents and care providers with children ages 0-6.

Employment Service Locations

PMFRC Employment Service Calendar

Find upcoming employment workshops, training courses and other support for Ontario resident job seekers on the PMFRC Employment Service calendar

Military Family Life Podcast

Military Family Life Podcast

Check out the latest episode to help you live your BEST Military family life.
Listen now. 

News and Events

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PMFRC Board Recruitment

The PMFRC Board of Directors is seeking new members, apply by July 18, 2025. 
Learn more and apply
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Pre-Deployment Package for 2025

Is your family getting ready for a deployment this year? The PMFRC is here to provide the guidance, resources, and support your family needs to be confidently prepared for your next deployment.
Download the Pre-Deployment Package
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Are you posted to Petawawa?

The PMFRC Information Services Team is a great place to start! Our team can tell you about Petawawa and the surrounding area, local healthcare, schools, utilities, as well as answer questions about your new community. 

Learn more

The PMFRC welcomes CAF families to Petawawa!

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Clear in to the PMFRC

Welcome to Petawawa! Let us know your family has arrived so we can help connect you with PMFRC programs and services.
Clear in now
Welcome Guide

PMFRC Welcome Guide

Check out the digital PMFRC Welcome Guide for everything you need to know about our community!
View the Welcome Guide
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Petawawa Morale Mail

Learn how to mail a letter or parcel from Petawawa to Military personnel deployed on operations.
Send Morale Mail

Daycare and Childcare in Petawawa

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Specialized Care Program

Providing temporary care for work-related reasons from Monday to Friday / 8 AM - 4 PM.
Book a spot today
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North Side Child Care

Providing occasional care for non-work related reasons from Monday to Friday / 8 AM - 4 PM.
Book a spot today

Programs for Children and Parents

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PMFRC Prenatal and Postnatal Support

Join Prenatal and Postnatal Support for an online support group, monthly Lunch and Learn sessions, workshops and more for babies up to 12 months!
Join the group
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Kiddie Kollege Nursery School

Kiddie Kollege offers morning and afternoon sessions to Military and civilian children aged two-and-a-half to five years of age.
Register now

Employment and Volunteering

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Youth Volunteer Program

Join the youth volunteers for an opportunity to earn volunteer hours, meet new friends, learn job-related skills, and try new things!

Register today
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Volunteer with the PMFRC

Would you like to get more involved in your community, meet new people and get valuable work experience Becoming a volunteer with the PMFRC is as easy as 1-2-3! 
Learn more

PMFRC Facilities

North Side PMFRC Office in Petawawa

PMFRC - North Side

Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday / 8 AM - 4 PM

Visit this location for inquiries about:

For more information, call (613) 687-1641 ext.0.

NB: Military members can clear-in and clear-out at South Side Community Centre (1578 Wolfe Ave.) or virtually online and NOT at PMFRC North Side.

Employment Service Petawawa Building

Employment Service - Petawawa Location

Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday / 8 AM - 4 PM

Visit this location for inquiries about:

  • Employment support for all Ontario resident job seekers including youth, teenagers, Military spouses, Veterans and releasing CAF members 
  • Education and training information
  • Online job list
  • Computer lab and printing service
  • Workshops for employment readiness
  • Emloyment resource library
For more information, call (613) 687-1717 or visit PetawawaEmployment.ca
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Employment Service - Deep River Location

Hours of Operation: Monday  / 8 AM - 12 PM and  1- 3 PM, closed Tuesday-Sunday

Visit this location for inquiries about:

  • Employment support for all Ontario resident job seekers including youth, teenagers, Military spouses, Veterans and releasing CAF members 
  • Education and training information
  • Online job list
  • Computer lab and printing service
  • Workshops for employment readiness
  • Emloyment resource library
For more information, call (613) 584-1710 or visit PetawawaEmployment.ca

About the PMFRC

Our Mission: To provide exceptional support to our Military families and surrounding communities. 
Our Vision: A strong, capable and connected Military community. 
Guiding Values: Integrity - Inclusion - Safety - Outreach

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Board of Directors

Learn more about the PMFRC Board of Directors or apply to join the Board. 
Learn more