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The Veteran Family Program Coordinator, Ashley Constable, is available for virtual services & support during this time.
Ashley can be reached by phone at 204-765-3000 ext. 4557 or by email shilovfp@gmail.com
You can also visit our website for more information on the VFP program.
Release Support
Are you releasing or thinking about releasing from the Military? Book a virtual appointment with the VFPC to review the steps involved in the process, start planning, and obtain important information to support you in your transition. There are many benefits and programs available to you and your family, even after you release.
Email Ashley at shilovfp@gmail.com to book your one-on-one session.
One-on-One Self Care Workshops
Available to ALL community members - Available upon request
If you are struggling to work self care into your new schedule, or would just like some tips and tricks, you can book a virtual appointment for one-on-one support and planning with the VFPC. After reviewing some self care strategies and exploring what self care looks like for you, you will be able to complete your very own self care plan. Self care is so important for fostering resilience and managing stress.
Email Ashley at shilovfp@gmail.com to book your virtual session.
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Café Virtuel Connection francais
Voulez-vous entrer en contact avec d'autres femmes francophones de la région. Rejoignez-nous pour une pause-café Zoom.
vendredi le 15 janvier
19h00 à 21h00
INSCRIVEZ-VOUS ICI avant mercredi midi le 13 janvier
Crafting the Day Away
Join us via Zoom for a Craft Day from you own home. Enjoy an afternoon and/or evening of working on your project while sharing ideas and socializing with others in our community.
Saturday, January 16
1:00-9:00 p.m.
$2 per participant
REGISTER HERE by noon on Wednesday, January 13
Bricoler toute la journée
Rejoignez-nous via Zoom pour une journée artisanale en directe de votre maison. Profitez d'un après-midi et/ou une soirée pour travailler sur votre projet tout en partageant des idées et en socialisant avec d'autres membres de notre communauté.
samedi le 16 janvier
13h à 21h
$2
INSCRIVEZ-VOUS ICI avant mercredi midi le 13 janvier
Pallet Painting
Turn rough pallet pieces into a work of art that will look good indoors or out.
Monday, January 25
7:00-9:00 p.m.
$25 per participant
$15 per participant experiencing a deployment
Location/Platform: MFRC if permitted or virtually through Zoom
REGISTER HERE by noon on Wednesday, January 20
If offered at the MFRC, offsite childcare vouchers for families dealing with deployment will be available.
Peinture de palette
Transformez des palettes rugueuses en une œuvre d’art qui aura l’air bien à l’intérieur ou à l’extérieur.
lundi 25 janvier
19h00 - 21h00
25$ (15$ pour les familles qui vie un déploiement)
MFRC si autorisé ou virtuel via Zoom
INSCRIVEZ-VOUS ICI avant mercredi midi le 20 janvier
Bons de garde d’enfants hors site pour les familles qui vie un déploiement si offerts au CRFM.
If you have any questions or would like to make a suggestion for an adult program, please contact the Adult Program Coordinator, Linda, by email linda.beauchemin@forces.gc.ca
Contactez Linda au 204-765-3000 poste 4553 pour plus amples informations.
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VIRTUAL SERVICES AVAILABLE!!!!
Resume Consultations (virtual)
To book a virtual appointment with our Employment Coordinator to review your current resume, tailor your resume for a specific job/industry or get suggestions on how to start developing a new resume email shilomfr.ch@outlook.com or christine.helgason@forces.gc.ca
Resume consult appointments will range from 30 minutes to one hour.
Career Development Coaching (one on one, virtual)
Are you looking for assistance with self-assessment, resume development, job search and interview practice? Career Development Coaching might be the perfect fit.
To book an appointment with our Employment Coordinator email shilomfr.ch@outlook.com or christine.helgason@forces.gc.ca
Career Development typically consists of 3 – 5 one hour appointments
Self-directed Career Development Resources:
Federal
You will find several valuable resources on this site: finding a job, choosing a career and exploring the market.
Specifically under Choosing a Career you can:
- take career quizzes
- review job profiles; and
- match your current skills.
You can also browse jobs currently available in essential services!
Consider downloading the mobile app!
Provincial
Create a comprehensive career plan: get to know yourself, explore education and training and explore the world of work; job search resources; resume and cover letter builder and so much more!
Other Resources:
FACEBOOK
Follow the Employment & Education Facebook page for resources, tips and employment opportunities. It will also be featuring brief employment-related videos – stay tuned!
Entrepreneurs
Introducing our new instalment on the Employment Facebook page: Trade Show Tuesdays.
To showcase military spouse and veteran entrepreneurs in our community, feature videos will be presented on Tuesdays = Trade Show Tuesdays!
Like us on Facebook and make sure to share the posts to get broader exposure for our amazing entrepreneurs!
If you are a military spouse or veteran who would like to be featured, please contact our Employment & Education Program Coordinator at shilomfrc.ch@outlook.com or christine.helgason@forces.gc.ca and a registration form will be emailed to you.
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Debit/Credit
Payments for MFRC programs can be made over the phone
by credit card or at the MFRC by debit or credit card.
Please remember that in order for your registration to be complete, payment must be made by the program registration deadline - if not, the registrant will be removed from the program.
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Second Language Training
Are you interested in studying English or French virtually? Please contact Christine, our SLT Coordinator by email at shilomfrc.ch@outlook.com for more information for remote classes or about applying for a Rosetta Stone licence.
Formation de langue seconde
Vous voulez apprendre l'anglais ou le français virtuellement ? Pour obtenir de plus amples renseignements, ou pour faire demande pour une licence Rosetta Stone, communiquez avec Christine, notre coordonnatrice de langue seconde au shilomfrc.ch@outlook.com.
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Road to Mental Readiness: Phase III – Pre Deployment Workshop
A mental health workshop specifically for families preparing for a deployment. Why is it one minute you can’t stand the thought of your loved one leaving and the next minute you’re kicking them out the door? We will discuss mental health as a continuum, the effects stress can have on a person’s wellness and provide you tools for healthy coping. Families are encouraged to take this workshop prior to their loved one leaving. Schedule a virtual one-on-one session at your convenience by contacting shilomfrc.ak@outlook.com
Road to Mental Readiness: Phase V - Reunion & Reintegration Workshop
Recognizes the challenges you experienced throughout your separation and celebrates your successes. Are both excited and nervous for your loved one to come home? We will discuss the effects that stress has on the body and provide you with tools to prepare for when your loved one is home. Schedule a virtual one-on-one session at your convenience by contacting shilomfrc.ak@outlook.com
Morale Mail Update
Canada Post is now accepting morale mail and shipping it for free! Please take morale mail parcels and letters to a Canada Post office for delivery.
Effective October 13, 2020 to January 8, 2021
Please contact Deployment Coordinator, Alexa Kullberg at shilomfrc.ak@outlook.com or (204) 765-3000 ext. 4555 for all deployment related inquiries.
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During this time, if you have registered for a program all communication and Zoom links will be sent via email. Please add the below email to your contacts to ensure communication is received.
Please Note: Due to the virtual nature, all programs are registration only. **To make it fair to all, please attend a program if you have registered. Failure to do so may result in not being able to access future programming. **
Any questions, feel free to contact Shannon at shilomfrc.sc@outlook.com
Take care!
Shannon and Stephanie
Mindful Mondays
Every Monday we will meet, learn some techniques and create a tool to add to our Mindful Toolbox. All supplies are included.
Mondays (Jan 11, 18 & 25)
6:30 p.m.
Youth in Kindergarten-grade 6
$5 per participant
Platform: Zoom
REGISTER HERE by Tuesday, January 5
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Mondays (Jan 11, 18 & 25)
7:30 p.m.
Youth in grades 7-12
$5 per participant
Platform: Zoom
REGISTER HERE by Tuesday, January 5
Winter BINGO!
Join us for winter themed BINGO! Card will be sent out via email and of course prizes to be won!
Tuesday, January 12
6:30 p.m.
Youth in Kindergarten-grade 6
No cost to participant
Platform: Zoom
REGISTER HERE by Tuesday, January 5
Virtual Hangout
Join us for some themed Hangouts! Supply list for “Cook with Us” will be emailed out ahead of time.
January Themes: Jan 13 - Jenn Z - Zumba special; Jan 20 - Cook with Us!; Jan 27 - Game Night
Wednesdays (Jan 13, 20 & 27)
6:30 p.m.
Youth in grades 7-12
No cost to participants
Platform: Zoom
REGISTER HERE by Tuesday, January 5
Virtual Scavenger Hunt
Brrrr! Cold weather is here. On your mark, get set, go! Can you find the objects we name in your home? Who will be the first one back?
Thursday, January 21
6:30 p.m.
Youth in Kindergarten-grade 6
No cost to participant
Platform: Zoom
REGISTER HERE by Thursday, January 14
Virtual PD Day
Join us for a series of programming throughout the day. Cost is $10.00 and will include a kit with all supplies needed! Zoom link and supply pick up arrangements will be emailed.
Friday, January 29
10:00-11:00 a.m. (Instructor lead canvas painting)
11:00-11:30 a.m. (stay online with us after painting for Zumba games with Jenn Z)
2:00-3:00 p.m. (become a Scientist with instructor lead experiments - supplies provided)
Youth in Kindergarten-grade 6
$10 per participant
Platform: Zoom
REGISTER HERE by Thursday, January 21
*zoom links and supply pick-up arrangements will be emailed
after the registration deadline*
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Virtual Preschool Project Series
Although we can’t see you in person, we will be providing new DIY videos with items you can find around your home. As a bonus we will be asking you to take a picture of your finished project and post the picture in the comment section of the DIY video you’re following on our Facebook page.
All finished projects when posted to the Facebook page will be entered for a weekly draw for the month of January.
We can’t wait to see your photos!
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OCC Hours of Operation for January:
OCC will be closed until further notice.
Thank you for your understanding!
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Our mailing address is:
Shilo Military Family Resource Centre
Box 5000 Stn Main Building T-114
Shilo, MB R0K 2A0
Canada
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