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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.

During Deployment & Absence Resources and Services

Currently experiencing a deployment or work-related absence? Discover the resources and services available to you and your family.
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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.

Programming at the MFRC

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Drop-In Morning Coffee Connections

This volunteer-led program allows you to meet other military family community members in a relaxed setting. Registration is not required.
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Fall Program Kickoff & Ice Cream Social

Drop in to meet other military families, MFRC Staff, and Volunteers while you check out our fall program line up and enjoy an ice cream sundae bar!
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MFRC Annual General Meeting

We are excited to invite you to meet our volunteer Board of Directors and review our annual report. Registration is not required.
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Child & Youth Programming

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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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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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Sr. Fast Friends: Bookish Night at the Library (Ages 10-14)

Calling all book lovers! In September, join other bookworms to enjoy activities that celebrate our love of reading.
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Parent & Child Programming

The MFRC offers several in-person options for parents to meet other parents, and for children to connect.
Stay & Play 123 Music & Me

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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