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Child Care Services during the Teacher's Strike (March 5-7) Kinnikinnik Child Care Centre will be offering special full day care for children Kindergarten to Grade 5. The Centre will be open from 7:00 am until 5:30 pm. Cost: $14/half-day per child and $27/day per child that is new to the program. Families whose children are normally attending the program will be charged a reduced fee. For more information, please phone Kinnikinnik Child Care Centre at 250-339-8032. Also note: The School District #71Parent Advisory Council (DPAC) is establishing a contact list of secondary students or stay-at-home parents who are interested in offering childcare. FMI email dpac@sd71.bc.ca |
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Spring Break Camps
Kinnikinnik Child Care Centre is offering special activities for school-age children while the SD#71 elementary schools are closed for the Spring Break.
Monday - Friday
April 2 - 13
7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Cost: $27/day per child
Contact KCCC at 250-339-8032 to register.
Note: KCCC is closed Good Friday & Easter Monday. |
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Relâche du printemps - École francophone (12-23 mars)
Pendant la relâche du Conseil scolaire francophone, la halte-garderie Creative Kids pourra accomoder les enfants de 11 ans et moins selon la disponibilité des places.
La halte-garderie sera ouverte selon les heures régulières soit les mardis, mercredis et jeudis de 9:00 am à 4:00 pm.
Coût : 4$ de l'heure par enfant
Pour plus d'information, communiquez avec la réception du CRFM de Comox au 250-339-8290 ou avec la garderie Kinnikinnik au 250-339-8032. |
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Youth Centre Memberships
Youth memberships are still available for the 2011/2012 year! Memberships that are purchased mid-year are pro-rated and valid until August 31, 2012. Members of THE MOX youth centre are eligible for FREE admission to the Comox MFRC Kids' Club, PreTeen, or Teen Drop-in nights as well as reduced fees for many special activities and events at the Comox MFRC. Memberships are available at the Comox MFRC Monday - Friday, 8 am - 4 pm for all military and defence team dependants. |
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Second Language Training Spring 2012
Registration deadline:
Monday, 26 March
English & French Classes:
2 April - 31 May
Level Assessment (if required): Wednesday, 28 March
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Open to: Military spouses & dependants 14 yrs+ , CF member, Reservists, DND civilian personnel, NPF and MFRC employees.
Cours de langue seconde printemps 2012
Date limite d'Inscriptions:
lundi 26 mars
Dates des cours:
2 avril - 31 mai
Test d'évaluation (si nécessaire) :
Mercredi 28 janvier
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Ouvert à : Conjoint (es) de militaire, personnes à charge de 14 ans et plus, personnel des FC, réservistes, personnel civil du DND, employés des FNP et des CRFM. |
Franco Femmes
Vous cherchez une opportunité de rencontrer d'autres femmes fancophone, de créer des amitiés? Joignez-vous à notre groupe Franco Femmes pour des sorties 100% francophone. si vous désirez prendre part à ce groupe, écrivez-moi : Danielle.Bernier@forces.gc.ca.
La sortie ce mois-ci est le vendredi 16 mars. |
Facing a Posting?
This seminar is for you.Get answers from a mobile Mortgage Specialist:
- How can BMO's mortgage feature under the Integrated Relocation Program (IRP) save me money?
- I'm a first-time home buyer, where do I get started in choosing a mortgage?
- How can I own my home faster with a BMO mortgage?
All military members and their families are invited to attend a seminar. March 20, 9:30 - 10:30 am March 21, 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Held in the Conference Room, FCC.
This seminar will be conducted in English. All materials will be available in both official languages. To reserve your seat, please RSVP to: Michelle Berard, Michelle.Berard@bmo.com, Mobile Mortgage Specialist
Tel.: 1-866-940-7983 |
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Coming this Spring
Employment
- Teen Summer Job Workshop
- Excel Level 1 & 2
Prevention, Support and Intervention
Quality of Life & Wellness Wednesday
- Spa Gat Away
- Intro to Feng-Shui
- Fruit Carving
Youth
- Community Day
- Wild Play - Tree Go
- Relay for life
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 There are many many things happening at the Comox MFRC this month! Don't miss the workshops: Portfolio - The Art of Finding a Job, Self Defence for Women, Explore the Comox Valley Tour and much more.
Don't forget to have a look at our youth activities and Spring Break Camps. |
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Children's Services
Infant & Toddler Daycare (0 - 36 months)
Monday - Friday / 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Phone 250-339-8211 Local 7231
Provides part-time and full-time care for children of military members. Please contact us for current fee schedule.
Parents N' Tots (5 Yrs & under)
Mondays & Fridays / 9:00 am - 11:30 am
FREE - GRATUIT
Drop in and enjoy a morning full of activities, including crafts, circle time and gross motor play.
Creative Kids Casual Child Care
Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays
9:00 am - 4:00 pm / $4 per hour or TAB
A casual child care option for children from infancy to
5 years. Children are cared for in a child-centered environment while parents attend workshops, appointments or have well deserved time off. Notes: A minimum booking of 1 hour is required. Payment required at time of registration.
Saturday Play (0-12 yrs)
Every Saturday / 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
$15 per session or 4 TAB hours
To register phone 250-339-8032
Use this block of 4 hours to get tasks done or just relax while your children are cared for in a fun and safe environment. Notes: Priority registration to deployment families until Wednesday each week. Every Wednesday, any unreserved spaces are made available for other military families to book on a first come first served basis. |
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Youth Services
Kids Club (6-8 Yrs)
Mondays / 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Youth Centre / FREE - Members / $2 - Non-Members
Children participate in organized activities such as games, music, crafts and other fun activities in a safe environment that encourages socializing with peers.
New this year: Birthday month cupcakes! We'll celebrate everyone who has a birthday in that month with cupcakes!Notes: The Healthy Choices canteen is available. Max purchase allowance of $1 per night per child for one light snack and a juice.
PreTeen Drop-in Nights (9 - 12 Yrs)
Wednesdays / 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Youth Centre / FREE - Members / $2 - Non-MembersKids interact through various activities, indoor & outdoor games, and social events. The program helps preteens transition into the teen program by providing them with opportunities to independently organize some of their own activities for the evening. Notes: The Healthy Choices canteen is available. Maximum purchase allowance of $2 per night.
Teen Drop-in Nights (13 - 18 Yrs)Fridays / 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Youth Centre / FREE - Members / $2 - Non-MembersCome hang out at the 19 Wing Youth Centre, also known as "The Mox" and enjoy our big screen TV, XBOX 360, PS2, computers, ping pong/pool table, air hockey & foosball. We also have a fully stocked art room for those who wish to express their many artistic talents. Gamer's Tournament (13 - 18 Yrs) Friday, March 2 / 6:00 pm - 9:00 pmYouth Centre / $2 per teen Think you're the best gamer out there? Sign up for the Gamer's Tournament and prove it! Gamers will compete in an elimination style tournament against each other until we have a winner. PJs', Dinner & A Movie (13 - 18 Yrs) Friday, March 16 / 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm Youth Centre / FREE We will be making ourselves dinner and then watching a movie on the big screen in our Multi Purpose Room. Bring your favourite camping chair, blanket and wear your comfy PJ's to relax and catch a flick. Youth are responsible for their own movie munchies, which can be purchased from The MOX canteen. Pre-registration required. Extended Drop-In (13 - 18 Yrs) Friday, March 30 / 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm Youth Centre / $5 per teen We'll be open late - till 11:00 pm to kick off your Spring Break with a BANG! Come hang out, play games, watch a movie. Maybe try on the sumo suits? Eat at the hot dog bar? Play in the pool tournament? Come check it out! Pre-registration required. |
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Quality of Life / Wellness Wednesdays
Healthy Family Brunch
Wednesday, March 7
Morning Session: 9:15 am - 12:00 pm
Craft room / $15 Military - $20 Non-Military
In this demo style class, we will take a look at different ways to prepare your next brunch. This class will provide you with tons of inspiration to wow even your ficklest eaters. We will prepare a variety of family friendly brunch items such as eggs Benny, baked asparagus rolls, ham and egg strudels, stuffed French Toast and fruit with a Sabayon sauce. Please advice of allergies when registering and bring a container for samples.
Java Talk Connections
Wednesday, March 14 & 28 / 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Youth Centre / FREE - GRATUIT
Please join us for a social / craft get-together. Come meet new or old friends and, if the mood strikes you, bring along a project that never seems to get completed! A great opportunity to network or just relax and have fun. There's a different theme/topic each session.
Card Making 101
Thursday, March 15
Morning Session: 9:15 am - 12:00 pm
Evening Session: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Craft room / $15 Military - $20 Non-Military
Come out and enjoy a couple of hours of relaxing, socializing and card making. You will go home with 4 unique homemade cards. Drop by the Comox MFRC to see samples.
Facilitator: Barb Tripps, Volunteer.
Explore the Comox Valley (Bilingual Tour)
Saturday, March 17 / 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
$40 per Person or $70 per Couple The culinary adventure covers different trails throughout the Valley. The tour brings you to artisan food producers, wine makers and brew masters of the valley. See them in action while enjoying a great networking opportunity. On the tour is an artisan pasta studio, a brewery, wineries and a seafood processing plant. A gourmet buffet picnic will showcase some of the best food produced in the region. This culinary tour is designed to help you experience the valley in all its flavourful splendour! Transportation provided Meet at the Comox MFRC at 9:45 am.
Facilitator: Gaetane Palardy (bilingual), Island Gourmet Trails. Notes: Military Family members only. Limited child care subsidy available. |
| Prevention, Support and Intervention
Self Defence for Women (16+ Yrs)
Sunday, March 11/ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
By learning some of the basic principles of self-defence you can take control on your life and your safety whether you are at home, in a parking lot, or in the hands of an attacker. Learn how to be prepared for the unexpected! This training will include demonstrations and practice. Please wear comfortable clothing.Limited child care subsidy available upon request. Registration deadline: Tuesday, March 6.
Yak & Gobble for Women Wednesday, March 21 / 9:30 am - 11:30 am Youth Centre / FREE This is a great opportunity for women to come togother to discuss current issues and topics while enjoying a nutritious breakfast. Come listen to guest speakers and receive great information! Limited child care available.
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| Family Separation & Reunion (Deployment)
Deployment Writing Circle
Thursday, March 22 / 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Classroom 2 / FREE
Do you enjoy writing? Have you ever considered writing about what it's like to be a military family dealing with the challenges of deployments? Join us for this introductory session to see if you might like to join our deployment writing circle. Tips and ideas to help get your ideas onto paper, and the opportunity to share what you have written will be offered as part of the circle. No experience is necessary - just a desire to write and enjoy the company and experiences of others who know what you're going through.Limited Child Care subsidy available. Take-A-Break Child Care for Deployment Families Families whose CF member is absent for 30 days or more may be eligible for up to 8 hours of free child care each month. Contact the Deployment Support Team at 250-339-8211, local 8310 or 6694 to apply. Prenez-une-pause pour familles déployées Si votre conjoint(e) est déployé(e) pour une période de plus de 30 jours, vous êtes en droit d'utiliser ce service qui vous donne 8 heures de garde gratuites par mois. Pour vous inscrire, communiquez avec l'équipe du Soutien au déploiement au 250-339-8211, poste 6694. |
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Excel Level 1 - Extra Session
Mon-Wed-Thu, March 5,7,8 / 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Computer Lab / $70 Military - $90 Non-Military
Level 1 (3 classes) will introduce users to Excel 2003. Topics include: toolbars, cut, copy, paste and paste special, multiple sheets, formatting, simple formulas, printing and options. Facilitator: Sharon Pickthorne, Certified Computer Facilitator
Portfolio - The Art of Finding a Job
Thursday, March 8 / 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Conference Room / FREE Military - $15 Non-Military
No matter what your path, building a portfoliowill pave the way as you move from school to work and post secondary opportunities. Portfolios are an excellent way to showcase your skills and abilities. Please bring yourpersonal materials to this session: résumé,certifi cates, references, covering letter,community connections. You will be guided through the organizational process. Facilitator: May Reimer, CCDP, Certified Career Development Professional. |
| 19 Wing Fitness, Sport & Recreation
Tubing Trip (6 yrs + with caregiver)
Friday, March 23 / Mount Washington
$15 Members / Rec Pass holders
Tubing is fun for all ages. We'll provide transportation up Mount Washington for the Fitness & Community Centre, along with a 2 hour tubing ticket. Meet at FCC at 4:30 pm. Return to FCC approximately 8:45 pm.
To register, phone 250-339-8211, local 7173.
Spring Break Extra Gym & Swim Times
Monday - Thursday, April 2 - 5
Tuesday - Friday, April 10 - 13
Rec Pass Holders - FREE Other authorized users - drop in fees apply
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Community Announcement - 'Waiting for the Parade'
Courtenay Little Theatre, the local award winning theatre company, is preparing a production of Waiting for the Parade by John Murrell. Performed world wide, this play is set in Calgary in the 1940s, as five women wait at home during World War II. The play will be presented in the Sid Williams Theatre, April 13, 14, 20, 21, 22 at 7.30 p.m., with a matinee on Sunday April 15 at 2.00 p.m.. The story includes both military and civilian wives and is a wonderful portrayal of women at home during wartime. FMI and to purchase tickets, visit the Sid Williams Theatre website. |
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