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Comox MFRC Society AGM
Hold the Date!
The Board of Directors is pleased to invite you to the 18th Annual General Meeting of the Comox MFRC Society on Saturday, 23 June. Please watch for details in the June E-News, Totem Times newspaper and on our website. |
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Wallace Gardens Annual Yard Sale
A message from Wallace Gardens Mayor
"The annual Wallace Gardens Yard Sale is Saturday, May 26 from 8:00am - 1:00pm.
Unfortunately, dumpsters will not be available for disposal as in previous years. If you need to dispose of items that are not accepted in the regular roadside pickup or recycling centres, the Comox Valley Waste Management Centre is available at your own expense" |
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Car Seat Technicians Course
A Children's Restraint Systems Technician course is being offered June 1 - 3 in Courtenay at Reliable Auto Body - 787 Cumberland Rd.
This nationally recognized program certifies participants to teach parents and caregivers how to install and use car and booster seats.
Course fee: $85, including all materials and certifications.
Schedule: June 1 and 2 will be in class 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, including hands-on components, and will culminate with a written exam.
June 3 is a practical exam in the form of a four-hour car seat check event with real parents, kids, and
car seats.
More than 90% of car and booster seats are used incorrectly, and yet motor vehicle crashes are the #1 cause of death of our nation's children.
For more information, or to register for the course, contact Jen Shapka at cvcarseattechs@gmail.com |
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Franco Femmes
Vous cherchez une opportunité de rencontrer d'autres femmes
francophones, 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 à :
Danielle.Bernier@forces.gc.ca
Date de la prochaine sortie : Vendredi 25 mai
Emplacement à déterminer |
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Children's Art Contest - Phase 2
The contest is now open to all Canadian youth up to the age of 18 years old.
Fay Maddison, author, artist and military spouse has written the first early reader in a series of three, called "Twiglet's First Birthday".
All Canadian youth are invited to sumbit their art work. Selected art works will be reproduced and published in 1 or more of the 3 books.
Sharpen your pencils
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From the Ombudsman Office
Liz Hoffmann Commendation for Complaint Resolution
The Liz Hoffman Memorial Commendation for Complaint Resolution serves to recognize Canadian Forces members, civilian employees and family members who go the extra mile and exceed expectations in helping their colleagues resolve a difficult problem or in bringing about positive and lasting change to the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Forces.
Anyone in the Defence community can submit a nomination directly to the Ombudsman Office.
Nomination period closes on Thursday, May 31 Additional information can be found on the Ombudsman website
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Deployment Tip
Tax time & Power of Attorney
Make sure you have a plan in place for tax season. Power of attorney will provide a spouse/partner, friend or other trustworthy person with the legal power to file on a member's behalf, if necessary. A Canada Revenue Agency T1013 consent form will also need to be filled out before leaving home.
Make sure the designated person filing has access to T4s and all other necessary slips. An extension for filing Income Tax can be obtained from the CRA if deployed for 6 months or more. Power of Attorney will also allow a designate to conduct real estate transactions, car insurance renewal, banking or other legal matters on a member's behalf. |
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Employment Tip #4
Career adaptability is fostered by five types of behaviours: orientation, exploration, establishment, management and disengagement. When employed properly, these five behaviours form a cycle of adaptation that can ease the stress of career transition when it appears on the horizon. Individuals adapt more effectively to change when they are aware, able to seek information and can make informed decisions.
Come see us to learn more about the five adaptive behaviours that can help you to manage your career transitions. |
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Coming in June
Parenting & Children
- Father's Day Craft
- Summer Camps
Youth Services
- Wild Play-Tree Go
- Relay 4 Life
- Homework Club
Quality of Life & Wellness Wednesday
- Fruit and Vegetable Carving
- Java Talk
Comox MFRC Society AGM
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CF Appreciation
Are you memberof the CF Appreciation Program?Join the program now and obtain discounts on a wide range of goods, services offered locally, nationally and internationally.
Reconnaissance FC
Etes-vous membre du programme de Reconnaissance FC? Joignez le programme maintenant pour obtenir des rabais sur une vaste gamme de produits et services offerts par des entreprises locales, nationales et internationnalles. |
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Are you posted this year?
This seminar is for you. Save money buying or selling your house by knowing what the Canadian Defence Community Banking Program offers CF members.
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.
May 16, 6:00 - 7:00 pm
May 23, 6:00 - 7:00 pm
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
BMO Bank of Montreal® is honoured to be the official Bank of the Defence Community in partnership with Canadian Defence Community Banking (CDCB).
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 Highlights of the monthBBQ: From Rubs to Sauces; Spa Get-A-Way; Yak & Gobble for Women; Child Care Provider Info Session; Franco Femmes; Homework Club for Youth; and don't forget Mother's Day is Sunday, 13 May!
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Victoria Day Closure
Comox MFRC offices will be closed on Monday, 21 May for Victoria Day. We reopen on Tuesday, 22 May at 8:00 am. In case of emergency including child care needs, please contact Wing Operations at 250-339-8231 and ask to speak with the duty chaplain.
Congé Fête de la Reine
Le CRFM de Comox sera fermé le lundi 21 mai pour le congé de la Fête de la Reine. Nous ré-ouvrons le mardi 22 mai à 8:00 am. En cas d'urgence incluant un besoin en service de garde, veuillez communiquer avec les Opérations de la Base au 250-339-8231 et demandez à parler à l'aumônier de garde.
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Posting Season is Back again!
Goodbye to friends. Hello to new friends!
With the posting season comes the change of community members and the coming and going of friends. This is both a sad time and an exciting time for many of us. We look forward to meeting many new folks, but we're also sorry to have to say, "bye for now", to those who've been near and dear to us. We wish those who are leaving all the best and please stay in touch until we see you again. For those who are on their way or are recent arrivals, WELCOME! Please make yourself at home.
Visit us at the Comox MFRC. We're the
"Centre of military family life!"
The coffee's always on!
Tell a new arrival about the E-News
If you know someone who has recently arrived, tell them about the E-News. If they'd like a copy please forward this email to them as they can self-subscribe using the links at the bottom. They can also contact us directly and we can add them upon request.
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Recently Arrived in BC?
If you are enrolled in the Public Service Health Care Plan for drug and medical benefits, you will need to register your family in the BC Fair PharmaCare Plan in order for SUNLIFE to properly complete your future claims.
To register phone: 1-800-663-7100.
For more information visit the Ministry of Health's Website.
Récemment arrivé en C.-B.?
Il est nécessaire que vous et votre famille vous inscriviez au programme "BC Fair PharmaCare" de manière à ce que SUNLIFE soit en mesure de traiter vos réclamations futures.
Pour vous inscrire, composez le : 1-800-663-7100
Pour plus d'information, visitez le site web du ministère de la Santé. |
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Children's Services
Plan Ahead - Father's Day Crafts
Thursday, June 14 / 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Kinnikinnik Child Care Centre
$5 per child (Free for children under 24 months)
Bring your family to a fun-filled morning of play and craft activities.
Plan Ahead - Summer Camps at KCCC
For more information or to register, phone 250-339-8032
Junior Day Camp (4 & 5 Yrs)
Monday - Friday / 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
July 3 - August 31
Kinnikinnik Child Care Centre
$150 per week (up to 9 hours/day, including childminding)
Summer Day Camp (6 - 11 Yrs)
Monday - Friday / 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
July 3 - August 31
Kinnikinnik Annex $136 per week (up to 9 hours/day,including childminding)
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
A casual child care option for children from infancy to 5 years. Notes: A minimum booking of 1 hour is required. Payment required at time of registration.
Saturday Play (0-12 yrs)
$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 for 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
Drop-in night for children between 6 and 8 years old. 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 juice.
PreTeen Drop-in Nights (9 - 12 Yrs)
Wednesdays / 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Youth Centre
FREE - Members / $2 - Non-Members
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-Members
Come 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.
** NEW ** Homework Club (11 - 18 Yrs)
Every Tuesday / 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
FREE / Gratuit
Need a little help with your homework or just a quiet place to study away from home? Drop into The MOX on Tuesdays with all your stuff and the Youth Services staff will help you with your assignments. Note: The MOX is open for youth seeking help with homework only, NOT for social drop-ins. |
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Quality of Life & Wellness Wednesdays
Glitter Card Making
Tuesday, May 1 / 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Craft Room & Kitchen
$15 Military or $20 Non-Military
You will go home with four unique homemade "All Occasion" glitter cards. We will work with a full sheet of card stock, stamps, "Glitter Ritz" and so much more.
Facilitator: Karen Beatty, Volunteer
Note: Please bring a 12" paper trimmer.
BBQ: From rubs to sauces
Wednesday, May 9
Morning Session: 9:15 am - 12:00 pm
Evening session: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Craft Room / Kitchen / Patio
$15 Military or $20 Non-Military
This interactive class examines ways to get your meat, or protein of choice, ready for the BBQ: dry rub for salmon, Moroccan spice mixture for chicken, brining pork, plus a white BBQ sauce. We'll also look at some classic condiments to accompany unusual BBQ items. Facilitator: Dawn McRae, Custom Gourmet Personal Chef Services
Java Talk Connections
Wed, May 2, Thur, May 17* & Wed, May 30
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Youth Centre / FREE - GRATUIT
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. Note: Java Talk is being held on Thu, 17 May to accommodate the Spa Get-A-Way session on Wed, 16 May. |
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Prevention, Support & Intervention
Yak and Gobble for Women!
Wednesday, May 23 / 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Conference Room / Multipurpose Room
FREE
This is a great opportunity for women to come together to discuss current issues and topics while enjoying a nutritious breakfast. Come listen to guest speakers and receive great information! Note: Limited child care available.
Session Topic: Self-Care Day!
Yak & Gobble pour femme
Mercredi 23 mai / 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Salle de conférence / Salle polyvalente
GRATUIT
Superbe opportunité pour femmes seulement de discuter de problématiques et de sujets actuels tout en partageant un délicieux déjeuner. Venez écouter nos présentateurs invités et repartez pleine de ressources et d'information. Note : Places limitées en service de garde disponibles.
Sujet de la session : Journée de bien-être
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PSSST... Personal Safety-Solo Spouse Training
Tuesday, May 15 / 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Deployment Centre
FREE / GRATUIT
We will talk about building a personal social and safety network and fill in a flow chart designed to help you know where to turn when emergencies come your way - especially during a deployment. Because, quite frankly, we all know Murphy's Law comes into full effect the day your loved one goes away - that's when the things that can go wrong, will go wrong. After this session, you'll be ready! Note: Limited child care available.
Deployment Writing Circle
Deployment Centre FREE - GRATUIT Ongoing group that welcomes new participants anytime! No experience is necessary - just a desire to write, explore the deployment experience, and enjoy the company and experiences of others who know what you're going through. Together we'll explore ways you can share your work (if you want to) by reading aloud, publishing for family, or submitting to publish in a book, magazine or online. Note: Limited child care subsidy available.
Take-A-Break Child Care
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. |
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Child Care Provider Info Session
Thursday, May 24 / 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
19 Wing Family Centre
FREE/ GRATUIT
This may be an opportunity for YOU!
Are you interested in providing child care services to military families? Would you like to work for an organization that provides ongoing support and training? Becoming a child care provider is an opportunity to be self-employed, choose your assignments, give back to the military community and earn additional income. Call us for more information and to register for this session, 250-339-8290. |
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Snowbirds Autograph Session
Saturday, May 5 / 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm / FREE
The Comox Air Force Museum is hosting the Snowbirds for the annual photo and autograph session. Grab a camera and the kids and head on over!
Mud Run Ride
Saturday, May 12
Mountain Biking, Trail Running, Friendship & Mud... Put it all together, mix it up with a ton of fun, a bit of Mud and you get the best day in May! Team up with your spouse, best friend or a work mate and sign up for Vancouver Island's Mud Run Ride, May 12th, McIvor Lake, Campbell River version! www.mudrunride.com
North Island Zone Drama Festival 2012
Hosted by Courtenay Little Theatre - MAY 13 - 18
Sid Williams Theatre 7:30 p.m. Six wonderful plays.
$14 single ticket, 6 shows for $69, 3 shows for $36. Tickets at www.sidwilliamstheatre.com 250-338-2430.
Cumberland Empire Days
May 14 - 21
17th Annual Comox Valley Highland Games
Saturday, May 19
Lewis Park, Courtenay
Art and Bloom Festival - May 19 - 21
The Annual Art & Bloom Festival is focused on presenting a limited variety of art forms. Emphasis is placed on original works by painters, potters, sculptors, glass blowers, original stained glass designers, garden art and other unique art forms.
30th Annual Tri-K Triathalon - Sunday, 27 May An event for all ages, sponsored by Shoreline Orthodontics. 750m swim - 20km bike - 5km run. |
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Check out the advertisers in our Spring In the Air
Ascent Physiotherapy, p 2 - U Store It, p 2 - Comox Taxi, p 2 - Welcome Wagon, p 8
Best Western Plus Hotel & Conference Centre, p 10 - BMO, Michelle Berard, p 11 - Coast Realty Group, Patrick R.Guinan, p 11
ADM Holidays, p 11 - Invis West Coast Mortgages, Laurie Tinkler & Karen Ewing, p 19 - Dog Obedience Group, Bill Emery, p 19
North Island College, First Aid Training, p 20 - Island Gourmet Trails, p 20 - Puntledge Park House, Vacation Rental, p 20
Body by Vi, p 20 - OhSpa, The Old House Village Hotel & Spa, p 21 - Custom Gourmet, p 23
Registered Massage Therapist, Carolyn Thir, p 23 - Travelodge, p 39 - Remax Realty, Brett Cairns, p 39
Please say hello to our advertisers when you visit them. |
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