Our MFRC Team
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Leila Phillips
Executive Director, Mental Health Support View BioLeila Phillips is the Suffield MFRC Executive Director and provides Mental Health Support services.Leila Phillips
Executive Director, Mental Health Support
Leila joined the MFRC in 1999 as a Social Worker and Employment Counsellor. In 2002, in addition to her role as the Mental Health Support worker, Leila assumed the Executive Director Position.
In addition to growing up in the Military life, Leila is married to a Military Veteran who served 20+ years. Together they had postings across both Canada and Europe.
Leila holds a Master of Arts Degree in 'Negotiation, Conflict Resolution and Peace Building' and a Bachelor of Social Work. Leila also has training and certification in Grief Counselling, Separation and Divorce Mediation and is a Registered Social Worker in the province of Alberta.
If you feel Leila could help you in any way contact:
Contact Leila at:
Phone: 403-544-5567
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Kerry Goldring
Deputy Director, Hr Manager, Communications Administration View BioKerry has been with the Suffield MFRC since 1999 and during that time has worked in various program coordinator roles, overseeing the Child Services, Volunteer Leadership and Employment/Education Assistance programs. Today Kerry is the Deputy Director and HR Manager. Kerry also oversees Marketing and Communications and Special Projects.Kerry Goldring
Deputy Director, Hr Manager, Communications Administration
Raised within the military environment and later married to a British soldier, Kerry was exposed to 28 years worth of experiences unique to the military lifestyle. Kerry first came to this community as a teen, attending Ralston school and graduating from Medicine Hat High school before permanently relocating to Medicine Hat in 1998.
Kerry has training and qualifications in HR Management and Career Counselling, is a registered trainer and recruiter, and holds a Project Management Professional certificate.
Contact Kerry at:
Phone: 403-544-5567
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Becky Verishine
Child & Youth Services / Site Navigator View BioBecky joined the MFRC in 2007 working in the Youth Centre Program, before taking over the Child and Youth Services Department in 2009. In addition to her Child and Youth related responsiblities, Becky is also the MFRC Site Navigator, overseeing special needs assistance for miltiary families posted to CFB Suffield.Becky Verishine
Child & Youth Services / Site Navigator
Becky was born and raised on the prairies where she gained her Child and Youth Care Diploma in 1999.
As the Child and Youth Coordinator at the CFB Suffield MFRC, Becky coordinates:- Kiddie Kare ages Birth-4 years
- Kids Connection Centre ages 5-17 years
- Emergency Child Care
- Child and Youth Special Events
Phone: 403-544-5567
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Elaine Giles
Veteran Family Program / Employment & Education Assistance View BioElaine Giles coordinates the Veteran Family Program and oversees the Employment & Education Assistance Program on behalf of the MFRC. During her time with the organization, Elaine has also worked in Kiddie Kare, managed the Front Desk and coordinated the Information & Referral program.Elaine Giles
Veteran Family Program / Employment & Education Assistance
As the spouse of a British Military Veteran, Elaine has lived in many countries and on multiple bases. In 2011, when her husband was posted to BATUS, Elaine began her career with the MFRC in Child Services. She took a short hiatus for a posting in Ireland before permanently relocating her family to the area in 2014. Upon her return to Canada, Elaine rejoined the MFRC and in 2016 moved into her current position as a Program Coordinator.
Elaine holds two Counselling certificates and has the tools and experience necessary to talk you through your transition out of the military.
If you have any questions regarding how Elaine can assist you with gaining employment or accessing education and training opportunites while posted to CFB Suffield / BATUS, contact her at:
Phone: 403-544-5567
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Sharlene MacKinnon
Volunteer Leadership / Information & Referral Coordinator View BioSharlene commenced her employment in 2009 after first volunteering for the MFRC. Raised in a military environment and later married to a British soldier, Sharlene and her family have lived in many different countries.Sharlene MacKinnon
Volunteer Leadership / Information & Referral Coordinator
Following employment in our Child Services program, in 2019, Sharlene took on the role of Front Desk Receptionist and in 2020, started coordinating the Volunteer Leadership and Information and Referral programs. Today, in addition to her Information and Referral role, Sharlene is our Financial Administrator.
If you are new to CFB Suffield and need any local information, stop by and see Sharlene or contact her at:
Phone: 403-544-5567
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Sarah Branch
Front Desk Receptionist View BioSarah was raised within a military family, and like many military children, attended boarding school for a number of years. Now married to a serving member of the British military, Sarah has resided in many countries including Germany, Spain, Northern Ireland and England.Sarah Branch
Front Desk Receptionist
Sarah first came to BATUS in 2018 and promptly joined the ranks of the MFRC Volunteer Leadership team, before gaining employment as a Relief Receptionist in 2019. Sarah is currently the full-time Front Desk Reception, Volunteer Leadership Coordinator and Deployment Support Coordinator. If you would like to Volunteer for the MFRC please click here for more information.
Be sure to visit the MFRC office and get to know Sarah; as a military child, wife and mother, she has walked in your shoes, experienced the same challenges and is a friendly face you can count on for support and understanding.
Sarah has training and qualifications in 'Leadership & Management', 'Equality & Diversity', 'Health & Safety in the Workplace', and 'Communication Skills'.
Contact Sarah at:
Phone: 403-544-5567
Email: [email protected]
