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.

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

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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A family cooking and preparing food together.

Wellness Wednesday: Nourishing Neighbours

In April, join our Wellness Team in the kitchen to make a nutritious meal and enjoy it together.

Fort Rodd Hill lighthouse on a sunny day.

Welcome to CFB Esquimalt

Learn about the benefits and challenges of living in the Greater Victoria Area and Westshore.

May session June session

Children playing with toys in a bright classroom.

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

Programming for Children and Youth

Child holding a paint brush over a blank paper.

Junior Fast Friends (Ages 5-9)

In May, our session will offer games in the gym and a craft corner for children of all abilities and support needs.

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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Creative Learning for the Early Years

A semi-structured environment with a variety of activities and materials that give young children the opportunity to grow creatively.

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