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Meet our Team

We’re more than just the Military Spousal Employment Network (MSEN), we’re here to champion military spouses and partners through advocacy, career development, and community engagement.

The Military Spousal Employment team is part of Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), within the Military Family Services (MFS) division. We work every day to support military spouses and partners by creating opportunities and building connections that make a real difference.

We are the go-to resource for military spousal employment - for the military community, MFRCs, spouses and partners, and anyone who wants to make a meaningful, positive change to support military families. Whether through employment support, partnerships, or innovative solutions, we’re passionate about breaking down barriers and helping military families thrive.

Beyond managing the Military Spousal Employment Network (MSEN), we advocate for military families by working with policy makers to address employment challenges. We coordinate career and personal development opportunities, host career fairs, and attend engagement events to connect with communities and stakeholders. Our work extends across the Canadian Armed Forces, the Department of National Defence, employer partners, local MFRCs, and of course, military spouses and partners themselves.

Connect with our team at employment@cfmws.com to explore resources, partnerships, or support for military spouses.

  • Augustina Charles

    Augustina Charles

    Manager, Community Development & Stakeholder Relations View Bio
    Augustina Charles

    Augustina Charles

    Manager, Community Development & Stakeholder Relations
    “Connecting people and creating opportunities, that’s my superpower.”

    Augustina is our friendly connector and community builder! In her role, she manages relationships with our partners and oversee virtual events for the Military Spousal Employment Network (MSEN).

    What does that look like?
    Think of her as the bridge between MSEN employer partners and the military-connected community. Whether it’s sharing/promoting employers upcoming events with the military-connected community, helping employers navigate the MSEN platform, or planning and delivering the next round of virtual events.  She’s here to make it happen.

    She’s a people person who loves turning ideas into impact. Her passion for helping others and fostering community makes this work deeply rewarding.

    Her CFMWS journey began in 2016, and she has worn quite a few hats since then, CANEX store, HR team, CANEX HQ, before joining Military Family Services in 2019. Since then, she’s been part of the Employment Support Team, and she couldn’t imagine a better fit!

    Fun Facts About her
    • Important: She’s lived the military family lifestyle; she truly understands the impact of her work!
    • Fun: she rides a motorcycle (yes, really and the helmet hair is real!).
    • Memorable: she was inducted into the Missouri State University Sports Hall of Fame in 2017—and still hold the 800m record from 1999!
    • “Boring” (but not really): She’s an avid reader and writer.