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Comox Military Family Resource Centre
in the air
spring 2007
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welcomeWelcome
Still have questions?
Contact Susan Murray, Information & Referral /
Welcoming Coordinator at 339-8211, local 6655 or email your questions/comments to
A warm welcome to all of those who are new to the Comox Valley this spring.
We hope that your move went smoothly and that you are getting comfortably settled into your new home and community.
The Comox MFRC offers many wonderful services and programs which may help to make your transition easier. Details can be found on our web site at www.comoxmfrc.com or in our Welcoming Package. If for any reason you did not receive a copy of the Welcome Package or, oops...you’ve misplaced it, please let us know and we will be happy to provide you with one.
Once again...welcome to Comox and please, don’t be shy - stop in, say hello and see what your Family Resource Centre has to offer.
Fun For EveryoneTake the “Two Pubs Walk” through the woods and along the beach in Oyster River.Dive in the clear waters of the Comox Valley, rated one of the top cold-water diving destination in the world. Visit the Comox Valley Farmers’ Market, which offers farm fresh, organic, and specialty products. View squirrels, birds and wildflowers at Seal Bay Regional Nature Park. Discover Denman Island pottery shops and artist’s studios. Tour the Comox Air Force Museum, where permanent exhibits display the heritage of CFB Comox. Visit the Comox Marina and see the boats from the beautiful boardwalk.Climb the wall at the Cumberland Recreation Centre. Rejuvenate the body at one of our local spas.Hike through the picturesque alpine slopes of Paradise Meadows, stopping for a picnic by one of several lakes along the way. Barbecue at Kin Beach and watch cruise ships sail through the Strait.
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Fun For The FamilySkateboard parks, a BMX race track, numerous playgrounds, three movie theatres and mini-golf all help to keep active kids occupied. Water lovers will enjoy making a splash at our local wave pool or running through twisting sprinklers at a water park on a hot summer day.Safe stretches of sandy beaches offer a perfect place for little ones to frolic along the shoreline, explore tidal pools or build a sand castle between refreshing dips in the ocean.Head to Mount Washington for mountain biking, bungie trampoline, horseback riding and more
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For additional ideas visit www.discovercomoxvalley.com/
Check out our new web site at www.comoxmfrc.com
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Index
Welcome 2Bienvenue 3Information/Referral 4Information et référence 5Registration Policy 6Youth Services 7-9Child Care Services 10-11Family Separation/Reunion 12Emergency Child Care 13Employment Services 14Computer Learning Centre 15Calendar of Events 16-17Contact List 17Quality of Life 18Parent’s Corner 19Wellness Wednesdays 20Volunteer Profile 21Volunteerism 22Bénévolat 23Counselling Services 24Board of Directors Corner 25 Language Training/Cours 26de languesServices en français 27Pulse 28Health Promotion 29F S & R/Clubs 30-31
Bienvenue
Bienvenue à nos lecteurs nouvellement mutés dans la vallée de Comox. Nous espérons que votre déménagement s’est bien déroulé et que vous êtes installés confortablement dans vos demeures.
Le CRFM offre de nombreux services et activités qui peuvent rendre votre transition plus facile. Les détails peuvent être trouvés dans notre trousse d’information ou notre site web www.comoxmfrc.com. Si pour une raison quelconque vous n’avez pas reçu votre trousse, veuillez nous aviser et nous serons heureux de vous en faire parvenir une copie.
Encore une fois bienvenue à Comox. Ne soyez pas timide, venez voir ce que votre centre de ressources vous offre! Contactez Danielle Bernier, coordinnatrice des services en francais au 339-821, poste 6656 ou au [email protected].
Activités pour tousEmpruntez les sentiers pédestres de la «Two Pubs Walk» à travers la forêt et qui longent la plage à Oyster River.Plongez dans les eaux limpides de la Vallée de Comox, destination de renommée mondiale.
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Faites des emplettes au fameux «Farmers’ Market» où les produits locaux sont à l’honneur. Appréciez la nature sauvage du parc régional Seal Bay. Découvrez les nombreuses galeries d’art de Denman Island. Explorez le musée de la force aérienne de Comox et ses vestiges militaires.Admirez la marina de Comox et ses voiliers en empruntant le «Boardwalk».Grimpez le mur d’escalade au Centre récréatif de CumberlandOffrez-vous une cure de rajeunissement dans un des nombreux spas de la région.Les pittoresques sentiers pédestres de “Paradise Meadows” regorgent d’endroits magnifiques pour pique-niquer.Faites un barbecue à Kin Beach et observez les bateaux de croisière.
Activités familiales Les parcs de planche à roulettes, la piste de BMX, maints parcs extérieurs, les cinémas ou encore le minigolf sont accessibles pour dégourdir les enfants.Par une journée chaude d’été, faites un arrêt au parc
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aquatique de Courtenay pour vous rafraîchir.Relaxez sur une des nombreuses plages de la région. Construisez des châteaux de sable en famille.Évadez vous au mont Washington où une panoplie d’activités excitantes vous sont offertes (vélo de montagne, randonnée à cheval, trampoline, marche en sentier, etc.).
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in the airVolume 45
Spring 2007
Comox Military Family Resource Centre
PO Box 310Lazo, BC V0R 2K0
Tel: (250) 339-8290Toll Free: 1-888-246-0222
Fax: (250) 339-8199Email:
[email protected] site:
www.comoxmfrc.com
PHOTO CREDITS
Front CoverPhoto of a few of the beautiful flowers at Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens, Courtenay. Photo taken by MCpl Mike Murray, 407 Squadron.
Back Cover Photo of some of the beautiful rhododendrons at Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens taken by MCpl Mike Murray, 407 Squadron.
Information & ReferralI & R Services provides information on 19 Wing, Comox Valley services and Tourist Information. Some of the information we can provide on request includes:• School brochures & supply requirement lists• Doctors, Dentists, Pet Sitters and Vet Lists• Child Care information• Comox Valley Clubs & Organizations
Welcome PackagesIf you or someone you are sponsoring is being posted to Comox this year, we would be happy to supply you/them with a copy of our current welcome package. For more details please contact Susan directly by calling 339-8211, local 6655 or by email, [email protected]. You can also visit our web site at www.comoxmfrc.com.
Posted in this year? Feeling lost, need some direction? The following list should help to get you started.
BC Provincial Medical Processed through the Wing Orderly Room. (if posted to 407 Squadron it is processed through the 407 Squadron Orderly Room)
Driver’s LicenceBC Access Centre2500 Cliffe Ave, Courtenay(250) 897-7500www.governmentagents.sb.gov.bc.ca
Car Insurancewww.icbc.comA letter stating that you are accident free will qualify you for an ICBC insurance rebate. Car insurance is available at any ICBC agent.
Employment InsuranceHuman Resources Centre 130-19 th Street, Courtenay(250) 334-3151 or 1-800-206-7218
Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) Located on Ryan Road. Volunteers welcome. Help out at the Centre or as foster families for kittens, puppies or other animals. They can be reached at 339-7722 or at www.spca.bc.ca
Telus (phone service)310-2255 or www.telus.com
BC Hydro1-800-224-9376 or www.bchydro.com
Terasen Gas1-877-877-0776www.terasengas.com
Wallace Gardens Community Association - WGCA (PMQ Council)Located in the 19 Wing Fitness & Community Centre. Local 8571.
WGCA Animal Control Officer can be reached 24/7 at 703-9009 for all animal concerns in the PMQ’s.
Are you posted out of Comox this year?
Would you like to have information on your new location?
We have welcome packages from all other MFRC’s in Canada, USA and Overseas that you can sign out. Or, if you would like one of your own to keep we can make that request for you.
Contact Susan Murray, Information & Referral / Welcoming Coordinator at 339-8211 Local 6655 or by e-mail at [email protected]
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Information et RéférenceService d’information et référenceCe service vous informe sur une panoplie de ressources disponibles tant sur la base qu’ailleurs dans la vallée de Comox, telles que :• une brochure sur les établissements scolaires ainsi que les listes de fournitures requises;• une liste des médecins, dentistes et vétérinaires établis dans le secteur;• des guides sur les activités de plein air offertes dans la vallée;• de l’information sur les établissements de garderie de la région;• la liste complète des organisations et des clubs dans la vallée de Comox;• les autres trousses d’information et de bienvenue qui sont offertes par les autres CRFM
Trousses d’informationVous êtes muté (e) ou vous parrainez une personne nouvellement mutée à la 19ième Escadre ? Le CRFM se fera un plaisir de vous offrir gratuitement une trousse d’information conçue spécialement pour les nouveaux arrivants. Pour obtenir plus de renseignements à ce sujet ou pour demander votre trousse d’information, veuillez communiquer avec Danielle Bernier en composant le (250) 339-8211 poste 6656 ou à [email protected]. Le CRFM peut vous fournir sur demande la trousse d’information de n’importe lequel des Centres de ressources pour les familles militaires au Canada et à l’étranger. Une visite de notre site Internet peut s’avérer très utile : www.comoxmfrc.com.
Vous êtes mutés en Colombie-Britannique cette année?Vous vous sentez perdu, vous avez besoin d’informations? La liste suivante devrait vous aider.
Régime d’assurance maladie: La demande est faite via la salle des rapports de l’escadre. Si vous êtes muté au 407ième Escadron, la demande sera faite par la salle des rapports de l’escadron.
Assurances automobile: En C-B, la couverture de base en assurance automobile est gouvernementale (ICBC). Il est fortement conseillé d’obtenir une copie de votre dossier d’assurances automobile auprès de votre ancienne compagnie afin de profiter de rabais substantiels. Site Web/anglais seulement : www.icbc.com
Telus (service de téléphone)310-2255orwww.telus.com
Hydro (Columbie-Britanique)1-800-224-9376orwww.bchydro.com
Gaz Terasen1-877-877-0776www.terasengas.com
Permis de conduire:BC Access Centre2500, Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay897-7500 - Site Web : www.governmentagents.sb.gov.bc.ca
Assurance emploi:Ressources humaines et Développement des compétences Canada130, 19ième Rue, Courtenay334-3151 - 1-800-206-7218 Site Web : www.rhdcc.gc.ca
Association de la communauté de Wallace Gardens Le bureau de l’association est situé dans l’édifice du Centre communautaire et de conditionnement physique de la 19ième Escadre.
Autres secteurs de responsabilité de l’association : Officier de contrôle animal : Ce dernier gère les plaintes concernant les animaux bruyants, maltraités, et perdus. L’officier de contrôle animal travaille conjointement avec la SPCA. Vous pouvez joindre ce dernier 24 heures par jour en composant le 703-9009 (pagette).
S.P.C.A. (Société pour la prévention contre la cruauté envers les animaux):1668, Ryan Road *À seulement deux pas de la barrière principale de l’escadre. 339-7722Site Web/anglais seulement : www.spca.bc.ca
Service Mensuel de CourrielSeriez-vous intéressé (e) de recevoir à chaque mois un courriel vous informant sur tous les nouveaux services et activités? Dans l’affirmative, téléphonez-nous au (250) 339-8211 poste 6656 ou envoyez-nous votre requête par courrier électronique à [email protected].
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Fees:Fees are to be paid in full at the time of registration by cash or cheque. Post-dated cheques will not be accepted.
Fee Schedule:Military Rates Apply to:Regular Military & Reservists and their dependants, spouses & legal partners. NOTE: Free and/or subsidized child-care is only available to clients who fall under this category.Non-military rates apply to:Retired military, DND/NPF employ-ees, other government agencies/depart. such as RCMP, DFO, Defense Con-struction Canada, Subcontractors, and Civilians.
Cancellations / Refunds:48 hours notice is required to withdraw from any program/event to receive a full refund. Exceptions may be made for sickness or military tasking at the discretion of the programming staff. Late withdrawal or a no-show will result in the forfeiture of all fees paid. Deposits of $20 or greater will be refunded by cheque; deposits of less than $20 will be credited to another workshop, or refunded in cash at the client’s choice. Those clients holding a credit at the end of the fiscal year will be notified in January to pick up their refund by 1 March. Any refunds not claimed by 1 March will be considered a donation to the Comox MFRC.
Why do programs get cancelled?Workshops may be cancelled one week prior to the date if a minimum number of paid participants is not met, so please register early.
Program Changes:The Comox MFRC relies heavily on volunteers, military personnel and paid facilitators to provide our program-ming, and reserves the right to change times and locations of programs in order to accommodate changing sched-ules.
Register Early:Many of our programs are extremely popular and fill very quickly. To avoid the possibility of being disappointed when a program has been filled, it is a good idea to register early. If you are afraid of committing to a program due to unforseen scheduling conflicts, remember that you can cancel up to 48 hours in advance of a program and receive a full refund.
In Person:Register in person at the Comox MFRC located in the 19 Wing Fitness and Community Centre, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm.
Phone Registration:Although expressions of interest in a program will be taken by phone, the program fee must be paid before you will be considered registered. If we have taken your name by phone, you will receive one courtesy call remind-ing you to stop in and pay before the program has been filled.
Childminding Deposit:Daytime In-House childminding for workshop participants requires a $25 (refundable) childcare deposit per family. Failure to cancel a childminding booking 48 hours prior to the workshop will result in a deduction of fees from this deposit.
Privacy CodeInformation collected by the Comox Military Family Resource Centre will be used solely for MFRC purposes under strict confidentiality in compliance with the Privacy Code for Military Family Services Program. Personal information or information of a confidential nature will not be provided to a Third Party or Organization without the first party’s written permission, unless required by law. Information about a client’s participation in MFRC services and activities is NOT provided to Canadian Forces authorities.If a client has any questions or concerns about the Comox MFRC’s Confidentiality and Privacy Policy, they should speak with any of the service coordinators, Board Members or the Executive Director.
Politique de ConfidentialitéL’information recueillie par le Centre de Ressources pour les Familles Militaires de Comox sera utilisée uniquement que par le CRFM en conformité avec la politique de confidentialité du Programme des services aux familles des militaires. Aucune information personnelle ou de nature confidentielle ne sera divulguée à une tierce partie ou à quelconque organisation sans le consentement écrit de la personne concernée (sauf lorsque exigé par la loi). L’information sur la participation de nos clients à nos activités/services ne sera en aucun temps, divulguée à quelconque autorité des Forces canadiennes. Si un client a des questions au sujet de la politique de confidentialité du CRFM de Comox, il peut s’adresser à un des coordonnateurs des services, à un des membres du conseil d’administration ou au directeur exécutif du centre.Your payment confirms your registration.
Remember that workshops will be cancelled unless minimum numbers are met one week prior to
workshop date.
Registration Policy
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19 Wing Children & YouthKids’ Club (6-9years)
(6-18years)Children and youth who are dependants of military or civilian personnel at 19 Wing Comox can register to become a 19 Wing Comox Youth Member. Annual memberships may be purchased at the Comox MFRC or from the Youth Leader. Members receive a card that will entitle them to participate in the drop-in nights free of charge and receive a discounted price for Comox MFRC workshops or activities. Memberships run September - September and fees are prorated.
$35/yearfor1stYouth$30/yearforeachsibling
The Kids’ Club provides a structured program for children ages 6-9. Children will have the opportunity to meet with old and new friends, participate in art/crafts, baking/cooking, recreational activities and games. The program focuses on the development of social, communication and leadership skills.
Mondays6:00pm-8:00pmFreewithmembership$2/dropinYouthCentre/Gym
NOTEProgramming may be cancelled if minimum
participation numbers are not met 1 week prior to program
date. Children must be signed up and payment made to count
towards numbers.
Junior Chefs (6–9years)Come be creative and have fun while making your own dinner and dessert! This is a once a month dinner extravaganza promised to be filled with laughs and giggles!
Pleasemakeusawareofanyallergiesatthetimeofregistration.MenusTBA
Apr26&May316:15pm–8:00pm$7memberspernight$9non-memberspernightKCCCAnnexTheresaMacdonald
Movie Madness!(6-9years)Bring your pj’s, your favourite blanket and let’s get comfy for an afternoon of movie madness! We’ll even create our own movie punch and dip our fingers into making a fun movie snack!
Pleasemakeusawareofanyallergiesatthetimeofregistration.
May181:30pm-4:00pm$5members$7non-membersYouthCentre
Kids&Preteen
Coordinator
DaniPorter339-8211local7041
See Page 11 for Summer Day Camp
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NewWenowrequireregistrationforGirlsRock,pleasesignupatthe
MFRCreceptiondeskorbyphoneat339-8290.Ifwedonotmeetthe
minimumparticipantsforeachnighttheprogramwillbecancelled.
Minimum5/Maximum12
Preteen Activities
This program provides an opportunity for children ages 9-12 years to get involved in a group of peers and interact through structured activities, indoor and outdoor games, and social events. This program also helps the preteens transition into the teen programs.
Wednesdays6:00pm-8:00pmFreewithmembership$2/dropinYouthCentre/CraftRoom/Gym
Preteen Club (9-12years)
Modern Dance / Theatre for Boys & Girls(8-12years)Get your twinkle toes ready to learn some new moves! Come experience the art of modern dance through the teachings of Jade De Trey. This program will be offered as an 6-week course. You will learn the basics of creative dance and improvisational theatre with lots of fun games and funky music!
WednesdaysApr25–May304:00pm–5:30pm$25member$30non-memberFitnessStudioJadeDeTrey,DanceInstructor
*Pleasebringpropergymattire.
Girls Rock(9–12years)This program is to help establish a positive body image and self-esteem in young girls through leadership training, games, crafts, healthy lifestyle choices, positive female role models and community involvement.
ThursdaysApr12,26,May10,24&Jun76:00pm–8:00pmFreeformembers$2non-membersYouthCentre*nodrop-ins
Pro D Day Fun Decoupage BoxesGet ready to scissor away! We are hunkering down for some picture cutting & pasting to create a funky box to hold photos, letters or other fun things! *All participants are encouraged to bring a snack and magazines they can cut up.
May189:30am–11:30am$5members/$7non-membersCraftRoom
Home Alone Workshop(10-12years)
Staying home alone for the first time is a big “deal” for kids and their parents. This course will teach youth about safety, healthy choices and how to respond in an emergency. Parents and their children are required to attend the orientation night on May 16th from 6:30 – 7:30pm.Course (Children only)
May189:30am–3:00pmClassroom2
6-12years
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Sewing Creations will return in Fall 2007
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Youth 13 - 18 yearsYouth Nights @ the Base(13-18years)Come and chill with friends at 19 Wing Youth Nights. Our Youth Centre has an awesome staff and looks forward to new members all the time. We have tons of new stuff, guest speakers, workshops, advice, discussions, questions, movies, debates, toys, projects and cool activities. We always enjoy hangin’ out…
Tuesday&Friday6:00pm–9:00pmFREE!!withmembership$2dropinYouthCentre
Youth CouncilThe Youth Council is up and running. Join us so you can have input into what is planned for your Youth Centre. Gain some leadership and job skills volunteering at cool events. The future of 19 Wing Youth Services will thrive on a vibrant group of Youths. And HEY… there’s always FREE FOOD at Y.C. meetings.
Meetings~everysecondFridayApr13,27,May11&256:00pm-7:00pm
Contact InfoFor info on or about our Youth Services and programming, please contact me anytime:
Christa DeClercq 339-8211 Local 7242
Tokeepupwithwhat’shappening,youcanbeonoure-maillistandwewillsendyouregularupdatesonwhatweareplanning.Emailusatcfbyouth@hotmail.comtohaveyournameaddedtotheemaillist.
We have ZERO tolerance for
Drugs, Alcohol, Bullying, and
Harassment of any kind.
Go Girlz!Be everything you love about being a girl. Build confidence, chat, have fun, smile, cry, sing, tumble, stretch, eat and be happy!
ThursdaysApr5,19,May3,17,31&June14FREE!formembers$6.00non-members(forallsessions)$2.00drop-in6:00pm-8:00pm
Guy’s NightExactly. Guy’s night. Guys do what guys want to do. This is a pilot program, so we will see how it goes…get involved if you want to see it fly. Come and hang out with the boys. You’ll see.
ThursdaysApr5,19,May3,17,31&June14FREE!forMembers$6.00non-members(forallsessions)$2.00drop-in8:00pm-10:00pm
2nd Annual PULSE Event*seeadvertisementonpage28Youth are the heart of the Comox Valley so come out and give it a “pulse”. Talk with your Youth Leaders to get more information, get transportation the day of and / or volunteer. We will be providing some rides - so join us and celebrate your youth!
Apr233:00pm–9:00pmFREE
GraffitiDon’t forget about our graffiti specialist Cody, whom has been contracted to teach you how to tag and paint hip graffiti! Check out the groovy murals he is painting for our Youth Centre and be part of the artistry!
TGI Pro D DayOutdoor Laser TagRemember how much fun we had at paintball? How much fun it was to torture Christa? Join us for a day of outdoor laser tag and see if she is better at this.
May189:00am-1:00pmPriceTBANorthIslandOutdoorLaserTag
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Creative Kids
NUT FREE ZONEFood allergies can be very severe
to the point of being life threatening. Many children show
allergies to nuts, especially peanuts. In order to keep
children safe, our children program areas are NUT FREE and parents are asked to keep any products that have nuts or
traces of nuts at home.
Play and Tumble(childrenunder5)Parents with children under 5 will enjoy this “high energy” program. You will participate in gym activities and circle time. This is a great opportunity to burn off some energy while learning new games and gross-motor activities. Parents are asked to bring a snack to share (Nut Free Zone).
Mondays10:00am–11:30am$2perfamilydropin
Creative Kids Childminding(18months–5years)Children will be cared for in a safe and child-oriented environment, while their parents run errands, participate in workshops, work out at the gym or just have some well deserved time off. This program is government licensed and is offered twice a week. Due to limited spaces, it is highly recommended to phone prior to your arrival to ensure spaces are available.
Tuesdays&Thursdays8:30am–12:00pm$3.50perhour
Stay and Play(Infant–age5)Adults can attend workshops or work out while their children are cared for in a safe and child-oriented environment that is supervised by qualified childcare staff. Please call prior to your visit to ensure spaces are still available. Parents have to be on the premises.
Wednesdays8:30am–12:00pm$3.50perhour
Parents N’ TotsCome out and enjoy a morning full of activities, including crafts, free play, circle time and some time in the gym or on the playground. This program is designed to give parents, grandparents and caregivers a place to meet others with young children, share experiences and resources while having fun playing with their children.
Fridays10:00am–11:30am$2familydropinCreativeKidsRoom
Parent-Child Mother Goose Program (18-36months)Mother Goose and Friends is a fun and free 8-week program for parents, grandparents, aunts & uncles and their preschoolers. It encourages a strong playful bond between parent and child through the use of fun and engaging rhymes , songs and stories. These early experiences with language help to strengthen positive family relations during the child’s crucial early years.
ThursdaysMay3–June2110:30am–11:30amMPRANoCharge
For more GREAT programs for
Parent of Babies & Toddler see page 19 of this
newsletter
Baby MassageBaby Massage is easy and fun! This Alternative Health Practice can become part of your routine with your baby. It will deepen trust, confidence and communication. Incorporate it into your daily bathing, changing and play routines! You will learn all of the “why’s, when’s and how’s” of Baby Massage and learn the Cues of Interest and Disinterest, Situation Specific Techniques and Progressing from Basic to Advanced Massage with your baby. There will be a question and answer period every session, so all of your concerns will be addressed. Bring a blanket and be prepared to sit on the floor with your baby!
TuesdaysApr10–May110:30am–11:15am$15military$20non-militaryMPRCLarissaWhitby,RegisteredMassageTherapist
Childminding Deposit...Daytime In-House childminding for workshop participants requires a $25 (refundable) childcare deposit per family. Failure to cancel a childminding booking 48 hours prior to the workshop will result in a deduction of fees from this deposit.
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KinnikinnikThe Kinnikinnik Child Care Centre offers childcare services for children ages 4 months to 12 years. Programsinclude:
Infant/ToddlerCareDaycareEnglishandFrenchImmersionPreschoolJuniorKindergartenBeforeandAfterSchoolCareProDDayActivitiesSummerCamp
During elementary school closures the out of school program operates full days. Children may be enrolled part or full time. For more information call 339-8032.
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6-12year
It is time to plan for the summer school break! The Kinnikinnik Child Care Centre is offering two camps for children ages 6 – 12. Parents may register for one or more weeks. Activities include art/crafts, sports, fieldtrips, swimming, games and lots more. Immunization record and payment is required at the time of registration. Free childminding available ~ 7:00 am – 9:00 am & 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Registration for Summer Camp is taken at the Kinnikinnik Child Care Centre Office. Office Hours: Monday – Friday ~ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
July2–August289:00am–4:00pm$105/week
This program was developed for children ages 3 –5 to enhance their social, language, fine and gross motor skills and prepare children for Kindergarten entry. The 2.5 hour program is offered 2 – 3 times per week in a child centred environment that is facilitated by Early Childhood Educators.French Immersion Preschool
Monday,WednesdayandFriday9:00–11:30$140/month
English PreschoolTuesdayandThursday9:00–11:30$100/month
YouareinvitedtoanOPENHOUSEonApril18from6:30pm–8:00pm.RegistrationswillbetakenduringtheOpenHouse.Immunizationrecordandonemonthpaymentisrequiredatthetimeofregistration.
Farewell BBQAnother posting season will be starting soon and some of our children will be moving on to different schools after the summer. Please join the Kinnikinnik family and say good-bye to those who are leaving. We ask families to bring a dessert or salad. Hot dogs, hamburgers and juice will be provided. RSVP by June 9 ~ 339-8290.
Saturday,June2311:00am–2:00pmKinnikinnikChildCareCentre
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Family Separation & Reunion
FormoreinformationonFamilySeparation&ReunionServices
contact:
Mrs.AlexGreenwoodTel:339-8211Local8310TollFree:1-888-246-0222
E-mail:[email protected]
Red Friday Scrapbooking(forallages)We’re going to be making an ongoing ‘deployment’ scrapbook to keep at the MFRC! Bring in a few pictures of your absent loved one(s) – photos of them at their deployment location would be great, but not required. You’re also welcome to bring pictures in for your own personal scrapbook page to take home, if you wish.
Apr13,May4&Jun16:30pm–8:00pmFreetoDeploymentFamiliesCraftRoom/KitchenMichelleMcRoberts,Volunteer
Casual Evening Networking Meetings for ‘Deployment’ Families (adultsonly)Is your loved one away now, just returned, or going away soon? Why not come out to meet some other adults who are in the same boat? This small group is very casual, although information can be presented on variety of topics upon request. Childcare subsidy available to particpants, please confirm with Alex prior to attending.
Apr18,May8&Jun46:30pm–8:00pmConferenceRoom
Java Talk (adultsonly)Java Talk is designed to bring adults together socially, to connect and create a network for themselves. These days are a coffee / tea morning, inviting folks to bring in their unfinished craft projects if they want, or just to come in and visit with each other. Java Talk is open to all military families, and is not exclusively for ‘deployment’ folks – it’s a great opportunity to meet others!
Apr25,May23&Jun2010:00am–12:00pmFREEYouthCentreJackieSorginson,Volunteer
Pizza & Movie Night (forallages)Make a new tradition while your loved one is away and attend a fun evening, with a family friendly movie each month just for ‘deployment’ families! We’ll have pizza, popcorn and beverages. Please advise if you have any allergies!
Apr5;May17&Jun145:30pm–7:30pmFreetoDeploymentFamiliesConferenceRoom
TheComoxMilitaryFamilyResourceCentreisnowofferingdeploymentsupportservicestoprimarynext-of-kinofsinglemilitarymembersonoperationaldeployments.Primarynextofkinincludesparents,grandparents,siblings,etc.Supportservicesinclude:accesstoemailandvideoconferenceequipment,freemailingofsmallcarepackages,networkingopportunitieswithotherdeploymentfamilies,andinformationondeploymentissues.
Forinformation,contactusbyphoneat1-888-246-0222or(250)339-8290,[email protected],visitwww.comoxmfrc.com.
Wewelcomeanopportunitytomeetyou,sopleasefeelfreetodropbyourofficeatthe19WingFitness&CommunityCentre,1345MilitaryRow,Comox,B.C.
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Emergency ChildcareDefinition of ‘Emergency’For our purposes, an emergency can be defined as any circumstance under which a family does not have adequate notice to implement their “Personal” or “Family” Care Plan.
Emergency Childcare Service provides:Emergency, Respite or Take-a-Break Childcare to any military family who meets the criteria. For more information contact Alex Greenwood, Emergency Childcare Coordinator, at 339-8211 Local 8310.
Family Care Plan:CF families/members are expected to have a personal childcare plan, known as the “Family Care Plan”. This plan designates specific people who would look after their children when the member(s) is/are required for duty or in the event of an emergency. The ECS Coordinator is available to review a family’s plan and can provide input, suggestions and options.
Emergency Childcare Providers: • have been through a thorough screening process• will provide a safe, clean, and nurturing environment• are dedicated to assisting military families requiring childcare• are aware of the stresses and demands on military families and their children• will respect the family’s cultural, linguistic, religious, dietary and family values
Special Needs Support available at the MFRC
Caring for and supporting a family member with special needs can provide families with unique challenges. Due to work requirements, CF families are faced with moving into new communities and having to search out new resources and support networks for their family member.
What can the MFRC do for you?
We can assist families in the following areas:• Connect with & navigate the resources available in the community• Provide information on special topics• Provide support and advocacy under certain circumstances• Provide a venue for a support group
For more information about our Special Needs Services
contact Mrs. Alex Greenwood at 339-8211 Local 8310 or at [email protected]
Do you have a special skill, hobby, or interest you would love to share with others? Have you always wanted to try your hand at teaching in a relaxed, non- threatening environment? If so, we have just what you are looking for.
We are looking for facilitators in a variety of areas including:
» ComputerWorkshops» WellnessWednesday Workshops» JuniorChefProgram» Children/Youth Workshops» QualityofLife/Special InterestWorkshops
Contact Danielle Bernier at 339-8211 Local 6656 or by e-mail at [email protected] for more information.
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Employment ServicesDebi Genereux, Employment and Education Coordinator at the Comox MFRC, is pleased to offer a full range of employment and education services to Military Spouses/Partners and dependant youth including:» Assistance, support, and resources for your job, career & education search» Resumes and cover letters» Practice with job interview techniques» Exam invigilation» Resource lending library» Local labour market info
For more information or to arrange an appointment, please contact Debi Genereux at 339-8211, local 7004 or [email protected]
Teen Summer Job Workshop
What’s the trick to getting summer work?
Good Idea: Get started early!
Bad idea: Waiting until the last minute to prepare for a job hunt.
This 4-week workshop will help you prepare that perfect resume, fill out that application correctly and interview with potential employers. You must attend all four sessions. Pizza and pop provided.
WednesdaysMay2,9,16&234:30pm–7:30pm$15military$20non-militaryYouth15+ConferenceRoomAlexisMacDonald,Volunteer
Joe Carto’s Coffee Barista Workshop
Are you interested in learning the art of making terrific specialty coffees?
This workshop will also provide you with the training to work in any coffee house. Includes 2-hour work experience shift and certificate. Brown bag lunch.
June29:00am–4:00pm$45military$90non-militaryAdultsandyouth15+ComoxValleyAirportDyanSpink,JoeCarto’sSpecialtyCoffee
Bursary ProgramThanks to our generous sponsors and successful fundraisers, the Comox MFRC will be offering the Bursary Program again in 2007.
The objective of the bursary program is to allow the families of CF members access to funds to improve their education or work certification, enabling them to integrate into new communities.
In 2007 a number of bursaries will be awarded to screened candidates upon acceptance into their approved program.
The 2007 Bursary package will be available soon. Watch the Totem Times and BBS for further details.
Spring-Clean Your PortfolioSpring ahead and prepare early for your next posting or your next job search. Book an appointment with Debi, at Local 7004 or use the resource library to help you clean and spruce up your resume, create a strong introductory cover letter, and produce a professional looking portfolio.
Ifyoudon’tgoafterwhatyouwant,you’llneverhaveit.Ifyoudon’task,theanswerisalwaysno.Ifyoudon’tstepforward,you’realwaysinthesameplace.
NoraRoberts
Knowingisnotenough,wemustapply.Willingisnotenough,wemustdo.
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Computer Learning CentreComputer
Learning Centre Search the net, email friends and family, work on school projects or update your resume.
The Comox MFRC Computer Learning Centre offers 11 Internet computers with the full MS Office suite of programs for your use.
The Computer Learning Centre is open to active military, DND employees, retired military members and their immediate families.
HoursofOperation:Monday-Friday8:00am-4:00pm
For more information, call Susan at 339-8211 Local 6655
Members on TD, course or visiting from
other bases are welcome to use the
Computer Learning Centre
FREE of charge.
Do you have a special knack with computer programs and software?
Would you like to try your hand at instructing?
If you answered yes to these questions, then we have just the thing for you. We are currently looking for computer instructors, no teaching experience necessary. Some resources available for sign out to help with lesson plans. We have some courses that we run on a regular basis, but we are always looking for new ideas.
Some of the courses requested by our clients that we need instructors for include:
Adobe Photoshop Level 1FrontPage Level 1MS Publisher Level 1Adobe InDesign Level 1
For more information on what is required or qualifications needed, please contact Susan Murray, Information & Referral Coordinator at Local 6655 or at [email protected].
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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2Kid’s Club
3 4Baby Steps
Preteen Night
5Pizza & Movie
6Good Friday
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8 9Easter Monday
CLOSED
10Baby Massage
11Green Thumb
GardeningPreteen Night
12Scrapbooking
Girls Rock
13Red Friday
Scrapbooking
14Belly Dancing
15SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION
STARTS
16Kid’s Club
17Baby Massage
18Baby Steps
Preteen Night
19Scrapbooking
20 21Belly Dancing
22 23Pulse EventKid’s Club
24Baby Massage
25Java Talk
Modern DancePreteen Night
26Scrapbooking
Jr ChefGirls Rock
27 28Belly Dancing
29 30Kid’s Club PRESCHOOL
REGISTRATION FOR FALL 2007
April 2007
May 2007Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1Baby Massage
2Baby Steps
Teen Summer Job Modern Dance Preteen Night
3Mother GooseScrapbooking
4Red Friday
Scrapbooking
5Belly Dancing
All Day “Crop” Session
6 7Investing Tips
Kid’s Club
8Learning
Adventures
9Mini Fantasy Box Teen Summer Job
Modern Dance Preteen Night
10Mother GooseScrapbooking
Girls Rock
11 12Belly Dancing
13 14Kid’s Club
15Learning
Adventures
16Baby Steps
Teen Summer Job Modern Dance Preteen Night
17Mother GoosePizza & Movie
18Movie Madness
Decoupage BoxesHome Alone
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20 21Victoria Day
CLOSED
22Learning
Adventures
23Java Talk
Teen Summer JobModern Dance Preteen Night
24Mother Goose Scrapbooking
Girls Rock
25 26Belly Dancing
27 28Kid’s Club
29Learning
Adventures
30Baby Steps
Modern Dance Preteen Night
31Mother Goose
Jr ChefScrapbooking
Calendar of
Kids’s Club - MondaysPreteens - Wednesdays
Teens - Tuesdays & Fridays
Play & Tumble - MondaysCreative Kids - Tuesdays & Thursdays
Teeter Tots - WednesdaysParent n’ Tots - Fridays
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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1Red Friday
Scrapbooking
2Barista Workshop
3 4Kid’s Club
5Learning
Adventures
6Entertaining with
Style Preteen Night
7Mother Goose Scrapbooking
Girls Rock
8 9
10 11Kid’s Club
12 13Baby Steps
Preteen Night
14Pizza & Movie Mother Goose
15 16
17 18Kid’s Club
19 20Java Talk
Preteen Night
21Mother Goose
22 23Kinnikinnik
Farewell Bar BQ
24 25Kid’s Club
26 27Preteen Night
28 29 30
June 2007
Events
1345MilitaryRowPOBox310Lazo,BCV0R2K0
250-339-82901-888-246-0222
Comox Military Family Resource CentreProgramming and Administrative Staff
MikeSpooner ExecutiveDirector 339-8211(8340)
DanielleBernier DeputyED/VolunteerManager 339-8211(6656)
SecondLanguageServices/ProgramDirector
SusanMurray Information/Referral/Welcoming 339-8211(6655)
DebiGenereux Employment&Education/
QualityofLife 339-8211(7004)
ClaudiaNaaykens ChildcareServicesAdministrator 339-8032
DaniPorter Children&YouthServices 339-8211(7041)
AlexGreenwood FamilySeparation&ReunionServices 339-8211(8310)
EmergencyChildcareServices
MariePurcell CounsellingServices 339-8286
DebraEarls ExecutiveAssistant/FinancialAdministrator 339-8211(7039)
CherylClark Receptionist 339-8290
LoriKing Receptionist 339-8290
HoursofOperationMonday-Friday
8:00am-4:00pm
email:[email protected]:www.comoxmfrc.com
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Scrap Booking 8-Week Session
Come join us for an evening of fun, friendship and creativity!! Bring your
own supplies and share your creative ideas with others.
ThursdaysApr12,19,26,May3,10,24,31June7
6:30pm–8:30pm$5military/$10non-military
ConferenceRoomPamSunnus&JenCampbell,Volunteers
Scrap Booking – All Day “Crop” SessionBack by popular request, come join us for a full day of fun, friendship and
creativity!! Bring your own supplies and share your creative ideas with others. Lunch and snacks provided. Please advise if any food allergies at time of
registration.May5
8:00am–5:00pm$15military/$20non-military
ConferenceRoomPamSunnus&JenCampbell,Volunteers
Quality of LifeBelly Dancing 8-WeekSession~bilingualinstructor~This class is for women who wish to learn new belly dancing steps. We will explore layering on the basic steps we’ve already learned and simple Spanish fusion choreography with skits. Come and join us for a morning of fun and exercise. Everyone is welcome!!
SaturdaysApr14,21,28,May5,12,26,June2,910:30am–11:45am$35military$45non-militaryAerobicStudio,FCCEdithJacob,DanceInstructor
Basic Investing TipsAre you interested in knowing about the best options available for investing your money? Want to learn more about RESP’s, RRSP’s or Mutual Funds in a language that you can understand? Then bring your questions and let’s look at your future. It comes quicker than you think!!
May76:30pm–8:30pm$5military$10non-militaryConferenceRoomRogerMillette,InvestmentRepresentative
Youcanclutchthepastsotightlytoyourchestthatitleavesyourarmstoofulltoembracethepresent.
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Parents Corner
UniversityofChicagostudiesshowagreatsenseofhumourcanaddanadditional8yearstoyourlife.Pre-schoolchildrenlaughorsmile400timesaday;however,thatnumberdropstoonly15timesadaybythetimepeoplereachage35.Peoplesmileonly35%asmuchastheythinktheydo.Laughterreleasesendorphinsintothebodywiththesameexhilaratingeffectasdoingstrenuousexercise.Everytimeyouhaveagoodheartylaughyouburnupto3.5calories.Laughingincreasesoxygenintake,therebyreplenishingandinvigoratingcells.Italsoincreasesthepainthreshold,boostsimmunity,andrelievesstress.Laughterandhumourwillloweryourbloodpressureandheartrate,elevateyourmood,buildconfidence,promoteteamwork,encouragecreativityandproblemsolving,preventburnout,reducestress,reducefear,andenhanceahealthyoutlookonlife.
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Learning Adventures for ParentsParents who wish to learn more about parenting and how to support their child’s early learning are invited to participate in this five-week workshop that will focus on building self-esteem in children, communication, positive discipline and dealing with sibling rivalry.
TuesdaysMay8–June59:30am–11:30am$20formilitaryfamilies$25forcivilianfamiliesYouthCentre
*Childmindingwillbeavailableonrequest.
Child, Youth and Family ServicesFor more child, youth and family services, contact these local agencies’ for information on their winter programs:
Comox Valley Family Services Association1415CliffeAvenueCourtenay,BC(250)338-7575
ComoxValleyBoys&GirlsClub,36711thStreet,Courtenay,BC(250)338-7582or338-7141
Baby Steps Whether you participated in our last Baby Steps program or you are new to it, we would like to invite Moms and Dads with infants under the age of one year to join us for this new session. Baby Steps will present a variety of topics on child development, safety and health. Come out, enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and the company of other parents while learning about different subjects. Infants under the age of 12 months may remain with the parent while the older children are cared for in the childminding room by trained facilitators at no charge. Civilian families will be charged childminding fee.
Apr4–BabyMassageIntroApr18–SwissBallExercisesMay2–BabyProofYourHomeMay16-Mom’sWellnessMay30–FunwithMusicJune13–IllnessPreventionandVaccinations10:00am–11:30am$15military$20non-militaryDropIn:$4YouthCentre
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Wellness WednesdaysWellness Wednesdays are a series of workshops that provide an opportunity to be creative, have fun and connect with others. These workshops run Wednesdays, 9:00 am - 11:30 am in the Craft Room / Kitchen. Limited free childcare is available to military families with a refundable deposit of $25. Please book childcare at time of registration to ensure availability.
Green Thumb Gardening TipsDo you know the difference between perennials or annuals? When is the best time to plant?Which flowers grow better in the sun or shade? Which plants grow well with others? If you would like answers to these questions and more, then bring your gloves and get prepared to get dirty while you have fun planting. Our experienced gardener will share tips with you while you create your own planter box. Beginners and experienced gardeners welcome. Please bring your own gardening tools.
April119:00am-11:30am$15.00military$20.00non-militaryCraftroom/KitchenEwaNowicka,Volunteer
JavaTalk Please join us for a social / craft get-together. Come meet new or old friends and if the mood strikes you, bring along that project that never seems to get completed! Join us and have fun while you work, network or just relax.
Apr25,May23&June2010:00am-12:00pmFreeYouthCentreJackieSarginson,Volunteer
Mini Fantasy BoxJoin this creative crafter in learning how to use a selection of techniques to create and decorate this unique mini scrap-booking box just in time for that special occasion. Drop by the Comox MFRC to see samples.
May99:00am-11:30am$15.00military$20.00non-militaryCraftroom/KitchenBarbTripps,Volunteer
Summer Entertaining With StylePlanning on outdoor entertaining this season? Looking for new ideas on what to prepare or bring to those potluck events? Then join us for a busy, hands-on morning where you will learn to create tangy salad delights and summertime dishes that will be sure to make you the envy of your next potluck event. Please advise of allergies when registering.
June69:00am–11:30am$15.00military$20.00non-militaryCraftRoom/KitchenDawnMcRae,Owner-CustomGourmetPersonalChefServices
Youcanmakemorefriendsintwomonthsbybecominginterestedinotherpeoplethanyoucanintwoyearsby
tryingtogetotherpeopleinterestedinyou.DaleCarnegie
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Volunteer Profile
EachquilthasaheartshapedpatchattachedthathasbeensignedbyGeneralRickHillier,
ChiefoftheDefenceStaff.
Talented Ladies At Work For A Great Cause
The Canadian Comfort and Remembrance Project (a quilt for families of a fallen or severely injured soldier) was introduced across Canada in the summer of 2006. In the fall, the Comox MFRC joined the cause and produced its first quilt.
Nada Seles is a volunteer who got involved in that Project without asking questions. Nada moved to Canada in 1967 with her family and never looked back. She has been living with one of her two daughters, Sgt. Zora Butler, since 1988. She has five grandchildren and she loves the role of Grandmother.
Nada has enjoyed sewing all her life and likes keeping busy, “I just have fun doing it”, she says. Nada got involved in the quilt Project because she wanted to give back to her community and knowing that a family of a fallen or injured soldier will benefit from it, makes all the difference.
Christa Wolst helped finish the quilt and shares the same thoughts about that project. Chista says, “A warm hug in the way of a quilt to the survivors of something so devastating as the death of a child or loved one just makes sense to me. Making a quilt gives that warm hug”.
These two ladies are very talented and both care for others, especially military families. It is their way of saying “thank-you” to soldiers who lost their lives for our country.
We can only say “thank-you very much for your volunteer efforts”.
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VolunteerismVolunteerismVolunteers are the foundation of the Comox Military Family Resource Centre. Your dedication, commitment and ongoing support enable the Centre to continue offering services that the community needs. We strive to provide a positive and supportive atmosphere where volunteers can actively contribute and be a part of the team. Through this partnership of volunteers and staff, the Comox MFRC continues to grow and develop its services to its fullest potential.
Volunteeringisawonderfulwaytoparticipateinyourcommunity.
Opportunities• Board of Directors• Information/Referral and Welcoming Services• Reception Coverage• Administrative/Program Support• Workshop Facilitators • Care Package Assistance• Good Neighbour Services• Children & Youth Services ♥ Kids6-8years♥ Pre-Teen9-12years♥ Youth13-18years
• Special Event Assistance• Computer Instructors• Fundraising
Call Danielle at 339-8211 Local 6656 for more details on volunteer
opportunities.
Becoming a volunteer can be rewarding and can provide you with the opportunity to:• Learn new skills• Share knowledge & experience • Explore a new career• Meet people and make friends• Be part of a great team• Share your professional skills• Get to know your community• Feel good helping others• Make a difference and have fun
What you will gain while volunteering:• Work experience (flexible hours)• Orientation & training • Limited free daycare• Limited free workshops• Recognition & support
The Comox MFRC has just completed its busiest six months on record and much of it was successful due to the dedication of our many volunteers.
Since September we have hosted or co-hosted seven large events. We started this crazy six month journey in September by co-hosting Rexspo 2006 with the Fitness, Sports & Recreation Department. October brought the Family Halloween Party with all the little ghosts and goblins. The MFRC, Fitness, Sports & Recreation and Wallace Gardens Community Association hosted this great event. November started with our much anticipated Spa Night and it ended with our Gigantic Indoor Trash to Treasure Garage Sale. In December we invited everyone to join us and enjoy the holiday season at our annual Christmas Open House. In February we kicked off the month with the Comox Valley Education and Career Fair and finished it off by co-hosting the Vancouver Canucks Alumni Challenge Hockey Game with the Comox Air Force Museum. All this while maintaining all of our regular programs and services.
Our volunteers play a key role in making all of these worthwhile events happen. Everyone take a bow for a “job well done”.
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BénévolatEmployment Opportunity
Childcare Providers Needed
Childcare Providers needed for Emergency, Respite and Take a Break Services. Childcare providers can choose which service areas they would like to work in. Emergency Childcare providers work on-call for a 2-week period every few months. Respite or Take~A~Break Childcare providers may be asked to provide care during daytime or evening hours. Childcare Providers must be 19 years or older and will be screened. For more information, call Alex Greenwood at 339-8211, local 8310.
Opportunités d’emplois
Gardien(ne) d’enfants recherché(e)
Nous sommes à la recherche de gardien (ne) d’enfants pour notre service de garde en cas d’urgence, de garde de relève et de garde occasionnelle. Le gardien(nes) peut choisir de travailler dans le service qu’il désire. Nos gardiens (nes) du service de garde en cas d’urgence travaillent sur appel durant des périodes de deux semaines à tous les quelques mois. Nos gardiens (nes) des services de garde de relève et de garde occasionnelle peuvent être appelés (es) à travailler durant le jour ou en soirée. Les personnes intéressées doivent avoir au minimum 19 ans et seront évaluées. Pour de plus amples informations, veuillez contacter Alex au (250) 339-8211 poste 8310.
BénévolatLes bénévoles sont essentiels au bon fonctionnement du Centre de ressources pour les familles militaires de Comox. Votre engagement et support constent fait en sorte que le centre peut continuer d’offrir des services qui répondent aux besoins de la communauté. Le CRFM s’efforce de fournir une atmosphère des plus positives à ses bénévoles afin de les intégrer à notre équipe. Par cette association entre ses bénévoles et son personnel, le CRFM continue de se développer et d’offrir des programmes et services qui répondent à vos besoins.
Êtrebénévoleestuneexcellenteopportunitédes’impliqueractivementdanssacommunauté.
Ce que vous allez gagner à faire du bénévolat:• de la formation• des services de garderie gratuits• un horaire flexible• de la reconnaissance • une aire de travail gratifiante!
OpportunitésLes occasions de bénévolat sont disponibles dans les secteurs suivants :• Membre du conseil d’administration• accueil/information/référence• soutien administratif • réception• animation d’ateliers • assistant pour les paquets petits soins• programme Bons Voisins • services jeunesse ♥ enfants6-8ans ♥ pré-ados9-12ans ♥ ados13-18ans• services de traduction• événements spéciaux• animations d’ateliers informatique• levée de fonds
Devenir bénévole peut s’avérer gratifiant et donne l’occasion de:• Développer de nouvelles compétences• partager son savoir et son expérience • explorer de nouveaux horizons;• faire de nouvelles rencontres• mettre à jour ses compétences• faire partie d’une équipe extraordinaire• faire don de son temps et de son savoir• apprendre à connaître sa communauté• faire une différence et avoir du plaisir!
Pourplusd’informationsurlesopportunitésdebénévolat,contactezDanielleBernier,339-8211poste6656.
Saviez-vous que...
Les bénévoles canadiens donnent chaque année 1,1 milliards d’heures, soit l’équivalent de 578 000 emplois à temps plein!
Au cours des dix dernières années, le taux de bénévolat a augmenté considérablement chez les jeunes de 15 à 24 ans. En fait, il a presque doublé, passant de 18 % en 1987 à 33 % en 1997.
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Counselling ServicesPrevention, Support and Intervention Services (PSI)Marie Purcell is the PSI coordinator at the Comox MFRC. Marie has a degree in counselling psychology and a background working with children & families, facilitating parenting groups and working with individuals with anxiety & depression. Marie offers crisis and short-term counselling for military families in a completely confidential atmosphere, free of charge and in both official languages.
ContactMarieat339-8286orbyemailatpurcell.ml3@forces.gc.catobookanappointment.
24 hour service/365 days per year.Free and completely confidential services for military members, their spouses/partners and dependant children.
Additional ResourcesCrossroads Crisis Line
334-2455(24hrs)Women’s Shelter
338-1227(24hrs)19 Wing Social Work Officer
339-8148Wing Addictions Counsellor
339-8211,local8774Chaplains
339-8231(24hrs)Military Police
339-8888(24hrs)Wing Hospital
339-8444Helpline for Children
310-1234Comox Valley Family Services Association
338-7575
Service de 24 heures BILINGUE Gratuit et confidentiel pour les membres des FC, leur conjoint(te) et leur enfant.
www.forces.gc.ca/health/services/engraph/member_assist_program_home_e.asp
Service de Prévention, Soutien et Intervention (PSI)Marie Purcell est la coordonnatrice du service PSI au CRFM de Comox. Elle est diplômée en service d’expertise-conseil et psychologie et possède une expérience de travail approfondie avec les enfants et les familles. Son bagage professionnel inclus également l’animation de groupes de discussion et d’éducation portant sur l’anxiété et la dépression. Marie offre le service de conseil en situation de crise et à court terme pour les familles militaires dans une atmosphère entièrement confidentielle et gratuite dans les deux langues officielles.
Pourobtenirunrendez-vousavecMariePurcell,veuillezcontacterle(250)339-8286ouparcourrielà[email protected]
1-800-268-7708
Making Connections
Interested in connecting with other women, exploring new ways to approach stress, communication skills, work/life balance? We will explore topics such as Communication, Managing Stressful Feelings, Assertiveness, Women’s Friendships, Personality Styles and Stress, Goal Setting and Self Esteem. Bring your own ideas for discussion. There will be opportunities for fun and building connections with others.
Tuesdays6:30pm-8:30pmApril10–May15$15military$20non-militaryConferenceRoom
For more info and to register please contact Marie at 339-8286.
Awareness of Our Thoughts
An elder Apache was teaching his grandchildren about life.
He said to them, “A fight is going on inside me, it is a terrible fight and it is between two wolves. One wolf represents anger, fear, envy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, resentment, guilt, inferiority, lies, false pride, competition, superiority and ego.”
“The other stands for joy, peace, love, hope, sharing, friendship, serenity, humility, kindness, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion and faith. This same fight is going on inside you, and inside every other person too.”
They thought about it for a minute and then one child asked his grandfather, “Which wolf will win?” The old Grandpa simply replied, “The one you feed.”
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Board of Directors Corner / Conseil d’ administration
As winter turns to spring thoughts turn from skiing the slopes to prepping the garden. And a busy winter season it has been for staff and volunteers alike. Things started with a bang with our annual Spa Night, a great night of pampering and fun for a group of deserving ladies. Next came the first ever Trash To Treasure garage sale. Timing, as they say, is everything. The first blizzard of the season hit later that same day, virtually shutting down the Valley, but not before over $3,500 had been raised!
Fast forward to January and once again, the Comox MFRC had become a hive of activity with meetings, phone calls and plans being made for yet more special events. On February 9th, hundreds of visitors, young and old alike, took in the Comox Valley Education and Career Fair. At the same time, planning continued on the Vancouver Canucks Alumni Hockey game, that took place on February 25th to a sold out arena, exceeding our most optimistic predictions.
It’s been a brisk, challenging and exhilirating few months. All the while, our regular programs have been moving right along, from computers to Arabic, sewing to belly dancing.
An extra thank you goes out to all those special staff and volunteers who make selflessness and fun their business. If you haven’t done so yet, come to the Comox MFRC and check us out. You might be pleasantly surprised by all the services and events we are happy to provide. Here’s to a spring filled with continued successes and renewed energy!
The Comox MFRC is actively looking for Military Spouses interested in serving on our Board of Directors. Responsibilities include:
• Meetings/Committees approx. 3 hours/month• Participate/Organize fundraising activities.• Work to develop policies/ guidelines• Promote the Family Resource Centre within the community• Engage & recruit other prospective Board Members
Do you have leadership, communication and organizational skills? Are you interested in making a difference and effecting change in your community? If you’ve answered YES, we’d love to hear from you.
For an information package, please call 339-8290.
L’hiver va bientôt céder sa place au printemps. Le personnel du CRFM et ses nombreux bénévoles ont été particulièrement actifs durant l’hiver. Nous avons amorcé la saison froide en décembre avec notre soirée de spa pour les dames. Par la suite, nous avons inauguré la toute première vente de garage du CRFM au cours de laquelle plus de 3500$ ont été amassés!
En janvier, le personnel du Centre de la famille s’est consacré presque entièrement à la planification des activités à venir. Le 9 février, nous avons accueilli des centaines de visiteurs de tous âges durant la Foire de l’emploi et de l’éducation. C’est sans compter la ferveur avec laquelle nous avons préparé la partie de hockey «Vancouver Canucks Alumni Hockey Game» qui a eu lieu le 25 février dans un aréna rempli à pleine capacité et excédant nos prédictions les plus optimistes.
Les derniers mois furent exténuants pour tout le personnel et les bénévoles du CRFM. En plus des événements d’envergure cités précédemment, nous avons également offert tous nos programmes réguliers (cours d’informatique, cours d’anglais, cours de langue arabe, etc.).
Nous profitons de l’occasion pour remercier tout spécialement nos dévoués bénévoles, sans qui la tenue de maintes activités serait compromise. Grâce à vous, le CRFM ne cesse d’améliorer la qualité et la quantité des services offerts à la communauté militaire.
Au CRFM, nous souhaitons que le printemps soit non moins stimulant et couronné de succès que le fut l’hiver qui s’achève.
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MFRC Language Training / Cours de Langues du CRFM
Spring Session / Session du Printemps
Registration: until Friday, Mar 23 Inscriptions: jusqu’au vendredi 23 mars
Open To: Military Spouses & Dependants 14 yrs and older, CF Reg Force, Reservists, DND civilian personnel, NPF and MFRC employees.
Materials: Main course materials provided. Some additional materials may be required at students expense.
Child Care: Limited free childcare may be available. Contact Danielle at Local 6656 for more information.
April2-May31(9weeks)$65Classrooms1&2
Overt à: Conjoints(es) de militaires et leurs dependants agés de 14 ans+, Personnel des FC, réservists, Personnel civil du MDN, employés de FNP et du CRFM.
Matériels: Principal matériel de cours fournis. L’étudiant peut nécessiter du matériel additionnel pour des frais supplémentaires.
Garde d’enfants: Des frais limités pour la garde d’enfants peuvent être disponibles. Contactez Danielle au poste 6656 pour plus d’informations.
2avrilau31mai(9semaines)$65Sallesdeclasse1et2
• Thescheduleissubjecttochangeinorderto meettheneedsofparticipants.• Classeswillbeofferedwithamin.of5 students/level.• Differentlevelclassescanbeaddedifwehave enoughpeopleregistered.
Time Mon / Lundi Tues / Mardi Wed / Merc Thurs / Jeudi9:00 am - 12:00 pm Anglais / English
DébutantAnglais / EnglishDébutant
Anglais / EnglishDébutant
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm French Module 3-4Anglais / English Interm.
French Module 1-2French Module 5-6
French Module 3-4Anglais / English Interm.
French Module 1-2French Module 5-6
• L’horaireestsujetàdeschangementspour satisfairelesbesoinsdesparticipants(tes)• Minimumde5personnesdumêmeniveauest requisparclasse.• Desclassesdedifférentsniveauxpeuventêtre ajoutéessinousavonsunnombremin.de participants.
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Services en FrançaisQui sommes-nous?Le Centre de Ressources pour les Familles Militaires de Comox (CRFM) est un organisme à but non lucratif qui offre des services dans les deux langues officielles en fonction des besoins de la communauté locale de la 19ième Escadre. Nous offrons des ressources et services éducatifs et préventifs en français et ou bilingue. Notre objectif est de mieux répondre aux besoins de la communauté militaire francophone et francophile afin de créer des familles confiantes, compétentes et résilientes au sein d’une communauté militaire canadienne qui aspire à leur plein épanouissement.
Service d’accueil, d’information et de RéférenceAccueil des nouveaux arrivants, Bibliothèque bilingue, Centre d’ordinateurs, ateliers divers, registre d’emplois.
Service d’emploi et d’éducation Aide dans la rédaction du C.V., développer des habiletés de recherche d’emploi et de techniques d’entrevue, explorer différentes options de carrières, d’éducation et de travail, etc…
Groupe Franco-Femmes Ce groupe offre aux femmes conjointes/partenaire de militaire ou membre militaire francophones et francophiles une opportunité de développer un réseau d’amitié et de soutien et
Bénévolat Les bénévoles sont essentiels au bon fonctionnement du CRFM. Le Centre s’efforce de fournir une atmosphère des plus positives à ses bénévoles afin de les intégrer à notre équipe. Par cette association entre ses bénévoles et son personnel, le CRFM continuera de se développer et d’offrir des programmes et services qui répondent à vos besoins. Être bénévole est une excellente opportunité de s’impliquer activement dans sa communauté. Voir les opportunités à la page 23.
Services de soutien à la séparation et à la réunion des familles (Services au déploiement)Le CRFMC procure des renseignements et du support aux conjoints (es) et aux militaires qui subissent une séparation due à un déploiement militaire ou un devoir temporaire prolongé. Une variété d’informations et de ressources est disponible telle que: ateliers, contacts téléphoniques, réseaux d’information, courriel, services de garde répit, rencontres informelles, etc.
Services de garde en cas d’urgenceSi vous avez besoin de garde d’enfants lors d’une situation d’urgence, vous n’avez qu’à nous contacter. Nous avons un réseau de familles qui peuvent prendre vos enfants lors de telles situations. Chaque cas doit être révisé rapidement avant d’être accepté. Certains critères de sélection doivent être appliqués. C’est gratuit pour les premiers 72 heures. Nous avons besoin de familles parlant français pour offrir ce service de garderie.
Cours d’anglais et français Pour les conjoints(es)/partenaires de militaires. Pour plus d’information voir page 26.
Pré Maternelle d’Immersion en FrançaisPour enfants âgés de 3 à 5 ans. Les lundi, mercredi et vendredi de 9:00 am – 11:30 am de septembre à juin. $140/mois. Pour plus d’information voir page 11.
Parents et Bambins (Parents & Tots)Cet atelier offre une excellente occasion pour les parents et/ou les grands-parents d’enfants de moins de 5 ans de rencontrer d’autres familles et de participer activement à des jeux de toutes sortes avec leurs enfants. Tous les vendredis de 10:00 am à 11:30 am. Pour plus d’information voir page 10.
Pour plus d’information sur les services offerts en français, contactez Danielle Bernier,
339-8211 poste 6656.
de développement personnel et professionnel. Elles se rencontrent une fois ou deux par saison pour un café ou une activité sociale ou sportive en français s’il vous plaît.
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Pulse Youth Festival
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Health Promotion
Butt Out GroupHave you had enough of smoking and are you considering quitting? Have you quit in the past but have been unsuccessful? Butt Out is a program designed for anyone who wants to kick the habit. Whether you need the support of a group, strategies to help you through the tough times, or just information to help you make the decision to quit, this program is for you!
TuesdaysMar6–Ongoing11:30am–12:30pm
Eating Well“HealthMatters”SeminarThis seminar will provide you with information to help you shop, plan, and prepare healthy, well balanced meals. Eating Well takes a realistic look at balanced eating and the importance of enjoying the fun foods such as chocolate, red wine, chips, and even burgers and fries!!! If you want to shed a few pounds or are interested in healthy eating tips…don’t miss this seminar!
Mar142:30pm–4:00pm
Making Fun Of Fitness“HealthMatters”SeminarThis seminar takes a humorous approach to fitness. Dispelling fitness myths to reviewing the latest gimmicks, this presentation will provide you with the necessary information on how to get the most from your workout, what exercises will help you meet your fitness goals, and dispel popular “train of thought” relating to exercise and fat loss.
Apr42:30pm–4:00pm
ASIST AppliedSuicideInterventionSkillsTrainingASIST can help you recognize and respond to people who may be having thoughts of suicide, give you the confidence to ask if someone is thinking of suicide and the tools to help you intervene.
Apr10–118:00am–4:00pm
Strength, Stability & Stamina “HealthMatters”SeminarLack of muscular strength and instability of the trunk may lead to joint and back injury. This seminar focuses on specific joint and trunk exercises that will help to prevent injuries that may occur on the job.
May92:30pm–4:00pm
Balance and The Well Lived Life“HealthMatters”SeminarThis seminar will integrate all components of health and discuss the importance of each to maintain physical (and mental) balance. From social wellness to physical wellness, we will offer tips to maintaining this delicate balance.
Jun132:30pm–4:00pm
Weight Loss and Wellness (WLW)Are you frustrated with your weight? Have you tried all the diets and exercise plans only to regain the weight lost? WLW will provide you with a simple and realistic weight loss program that will help you get it off and keep it off. In addition, over the course of 3 information sessions, you will be provided the information necessary to make informed decisions around nutrition and physical activity.
Apr23,May14,May2811:40am–1:00pm
ASIST&MAMRequirements:Nomineesfortheseprograms
shouldbeforwardedthroughthemember’schainofcommand.
Formoreinformationonanyoftheseprogramscontact
Kathi,HealthPromotionDirector,Local8328
ToregisterforanyoftheseprogramscontactMaggie,HP
AssistantatLocal8577.
Managing Angry Moments (MAM) Have you ever experienced a moment of frustration or anger when driving? Has a work colleague ever been able to push your buttons? We have all had our moments. This course is for anyone ready to learn communication skills and strategies to help understand and deal with these moments in a healthy and professional manner. If you are employed and/or in a relationship, this course is for you.
TuesdaysMay8–298:00am–10:00am
STRENGTHING THE
ENERGISER LESFORCESHEALTH PROMOTION PROGRAM
National DéfenseDefence nationale
DID YOU KNOW… ALL military members and their immediate family members, as well as DND/NPF employees, are eligible to participate in 19 Wing Health Promotion programs.
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19 Wing Fitness, Sports,
Hours of Operation
MondaythroughFriday~6:30am-8:00pmSaturdays~8:30am-5:00pmSundays~11:00am-8:00pm
HolidaysandSummerWeekends~10:00am-3:00pmMilitary/DNDonly~6:30am-8:30am&11:30am-1:30pm
19WingOperator(250)339-8211AndyMoorhead,Director~Local8542MikeChatwin,FacilityCoordinator~Local6690JaneBekus,AdminAssistant~Local8781JakePlante,SportsCoordinator~Local8783RecreationCoordinator/AquaticInquiries~Local6989DaveBuckley-Jones,RecreationAssistant~Local7173StephaneRainville,FitnessCoordinator~Local6946FitnessInstructors~Simone-7016/Vero-7015/Monika-7982JudyIreland,SportsStoresSupervisor~Local8782LeslieCurrie,SportsStoresAssistant~Local8782/8315KathiCameron-HealthPromotionDirector-Local8328MaggieNorman-HealthPromotionAdminAssistant-Local8577AfterHours(gym)~Local8315
Centre Communautaire et de Conditionnement Physique de la 19ième Escadre
Abonnement et information sur les clubs récréatifs
Les familles militaires désirant obtenir plus d’information sur les divers plans d’abonnement offerts par le Centre et les informations sur les clubs récréatifs de la base peuvent contacter le (250) 339-8211 poste 7173 et/ou lire la page 31 du présent guide.
Spin Classesrec pass holders
Tues&Thurs2:30pm-3:30pm$3.09drop-in
military / dnd onlyMon&Wed11:40am-12:30pmTues&Fri6:30am-7:15am
Spacesarelimited•
YogaRegistration:Mar26-30Yoga releases stress and tension, and can be used therapeutically for chronic stiffness or pain. Practice will leave you feeling physically and mentally revitalized. Classes are open to men and women of all levels of fitness.
Hatha Yoga (slower paced)
TuesdaysApr3-Jun194:00pm-5:30pm$57.24(12sessions)
Ashtanga Yoga(fasterpaced)
ThursdaysApr5-Jun214:00pm-5:30pm$57.24(12sessions)
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Recreation & ClubsRec PassesAuthorized users may purchase Rec Passes to use the facility. The Pass authorizes users to access the facility during casual hours, subject to military requirements. Memberships vary in price according to the applicant’s category and length of membership. (Available for 1 year, 6 months, 3 months or 1 month). Payment may be made by cash, cheque, debit, Visa/Mastercard or pay allotment (PLCC card required). Daily drop-in fees are also available.
For more information, or to book an appointment, please contact:
DaveBuckley-JonesRecreationAssistant
(250)339-8211Local7173Mon-Thurs,8:30am-4:30pm
Facilities» Squash Courts» Gymnasium/Climbing Wall» Fitness Studio/Spin Cycle Classes» Cardio Rm /Aerobic Machines» Weight Room/Free Weights» Pool/Hot Tub/Sauna/Steam Room» Glacier Gardens Arena» Glacier Greens Golf Course» Outdoor Fitness Trail/Track» Softball Diamonds (2)» Outdoor Tennis Courts
Club ContactsPacific Divers Scuba Rec Assistant, Local 7173
Sailing (Kayak)Cpl Fred MacLean Local 6612 or Cpl Geoff Pasowysty, Local 8535
Comox Traditional Karate Capt Lorne Reid, Local 8421
Auto HobbyMWO Walt Paon, Local 8450 or Cpl Mike Schulz, Local 8744
Wood HobbyCpl JF Beaule, Local 8565 or Capt Jason VonKruse, Local 8116
Swimming LessonsSpring SessionRegistration Date
Mar 23 (early registration is also available)
8:30 am - 11:30 amFitness & Community Centre
Session Dates
Mar 31 - July 7
Levels 1 – 4: $31.81*
Levels 5 – 6: $42.40*
Levels 7 – 10: $51.94*
Swim FitRegistration:Mar26-30TuesandThursdays-4-5:00pmStart:Apr3End:Apr26Cost:$37.10plustaxMinimum8required
Tee Pee Park Cabins / CampingTee Pee Park & Airforce Beach is your vacation getaway that’s just around the corner! Cabin rentals are available all year and campsites are available during the summer. Off season contact: Local 7173 or http://comox.mil.ca/din_locl. Open season contact: [email protected] or 339-5271.
Pavilion RentalAvailable all year for your special occasion gatherings! Local 6690.
CompoundThe perfect place to store your trailer/camper/boat. Local 7173.
AquafitRegistrations:Apr16&21Mondays&Wednesdays4:00pm–5:00pmFridays10:00am–11:00amSessionPasses~$68.90*PunchCard~$42.40*Drop-in~$5.72*
* taxes included in all pricingNo refunds issued, rainchecks
only. For more information contact the Rec Office at 339-8211
Local 6989 / 7173
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