*Please note we are currently experiencing email problems. We are working with our server provider to fix these problems. If you have sent an email, and not received a reply, please contact the MFRC by phone.*       Military Families: Strength Behind the Uniform     Our Mission: The Edmonton Garrison Military Family Resource Centre provides exemplary support, resources, programs and services that enhance the strength and resilience of military families to meet the unique challenges of military life. More than ever, the Canadian Forces are being called on to provide support both nationally and internationally: frequent relocations, long family separations during training, domestic operations and international deployments are realities for military families. The well-being and the strength of military families are contributing factors to the operational effectiveness of the Canadian Forces.   Take the MFSP Participant Survey The MFSP Participant Survey is an excellent opportunity for military families to have their say about the programs and services provided at their local Canadian/Military Family Resource Centre (C/MFRC). The more surveys completed, the more responsive Director Military Family Services (DMFS) and C/MFRCs can be to the emerging needs of families. To draw the biggest response possible, DMFS encourages all C/MFRCs to advertise the MFSP Participant Survey in their newsletters, event calendars, on their websites, and in base and community newspapers. Click on the links below to download ready-to-use advertisements for the survey, and be sure to add your local information in the space provided. Please submit your Edmonton MFRC Survey between February 22 - March 5th. View the poster in English View the poster in French   Liens d’activités et d’organismes dans la communauté francophone http://www.rafa-alberta.ca/coupdoeil/ http://www.francalta.ca/ http://www.accentalberta.ca/nouvelles/index.php  Canadian Heroes: Tribute to Our Soldiers     A group of prominent Hamilton artists and business people have recorded a song, written by Jay Simpson, which will honour Canada’s soldiers on Remembrance Day. For more details visit www.canadian-heroes.ca TF 3-09 Reunion Brief Schedule is now available See our Deployment Support page under Programs & Services   Focus on Marriage Seminar February 27th - Hosted by the West Edmonton Christian Assembly Free Lunch & Childcare with purchase of a ticket.             Get Involved!   VOLUNTEER The MFRC has many volunteer opportunities available throughout the year.     FUNDRAISE Get your community, school, or coworkers together and raise funds for programs and services supporting military families including the Build-A-Bear Fund.   WORK AT THE MFRC We have job openings in a great work-environment and you'll never have to pay for parking! ATTEND AN EVENT Visit our Event Calendar to check for upcoming special events. Marching through Holland Laurie Hawn, Special To The Journal  Published: Sunday, September 13