Calgary Military Family Resource Centre
Calgary Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC) is a non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to the support and enrichment of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) military and veteran families across southern Alberta, including Red Deer, Lethbridge, Calgary, and surrounding areas.
Our Vision
Engaged and resilient Canadian military and veteran families.
Our Mission
Support and empower military and veteran families, through connection within our community.
Our Values
The Calgary MFRC is committed to the following ethical values to meet the mission:
• Service - Our military family community is at the heart of everything we do. We listen, adapt, and deliver. When we work hard, respond with urgency and act in service to others, we create a lasting and positive impact.
• Unity - Together, we are stronger. We believe that individual differences strengthen our community, and we embrace the evolving definition of family. We approach our work with a collaborative mindset and nurture relationships based on equality and inclusion.
• Impact - We care deeply about the work we do and the people we serve. We are dedicated to building resilience and constantly seeking new ways to deepen our impact. We’re empowered to make decisions that are best for the long-term health of the military family community we serve.
• Integrity - We act truthfully, operate honourably, and do the right thing always. We support and share responsibility with the members of our team, showing empathy and respect along the way. We build trust through transparency, confidentiality, and open communication.
Our military members, veterans, and their family members face unique challenges that make being in the military an occupation different from any other. At Calgary MFRC, we aim to help lessen the impact of these unique challenges, which include frequent separations, extended deployments, and high-risk situations.
Our programs and services include deployment services, family separation and reunification support, personal or family counselling, health and mental wellness services, child and youth programs, personal development workshops, social activities and events, discounted admission passes, and more.
Calgary MFRC is one of 32 Canadian MFRCs created in 1991 by the Department of National Defence in conjunction with the Military Family Support Program.