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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, February 20
1:00-9:00 p.m.
$2 per participant
REGISTER HERE by noon on Wednesday, February 17
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 20 février
13h à 21h
$2
INSCRIVEZ-VOUS ICI avant mercredi midi le 17 février
Feel-Good Friday
Treat your skin to some good old fashion pampering. Homemade bath balms (6), lotion bars (2) and a facial mask is just what your skin needs to push all the winter dryness away.
All ingredients will be supplied. Recipes and self-care tips will also be provided.
Friday, February 26
7:00-9:00 p.m.
$20 per participant; or
$15 per participant experiencing a deployment
Held at the MFRC (if permitted) or virtually (Zoom)
REGISTER HERE by noon on Friday, February 19
*If offered at the MFRC, offsite childcare vouchers for families dealing with deployment will be available.
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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Deployment Date Night
Alexa and Jenn invite you to make dinner with us virtually! Learn a new dish and enjoy making (and eating) it together. Most ingredients provided.
Thursday, February 11
5:30-7:30 p.m.
$5 per participant
Adults only
Platform: Zoom
REGISTER HERE by noon on Friday, February 5
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
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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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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
Grub Club (grades K-6)
Every Monday we will meet and learn a new meal to cook!
Grocery lists will be emailed out in advance and everyone will receive a Zoom link.
Monday, February 1
4:30-5:30 p.m.
Youth in Kindergarten-grade 6
$2 per participant
REGISTER HERE by Wednesday, January 27
Monday, February 8
4:30-5:30 p.m.
Youth in Kindergarten-grade 6
$2 per participant
REGISTER HERE by Monday, February 1
Monday, February 22
4:30-5:30 p.m.
Youth in Kindergarten-grade 6
$2 per participant
REGISTER HERE by Tuesday, February 16
Grub Club (grades 7-12)
Every Monday we will meet and learn a new meal to cook!
Grocery lists will be emailed out in advance and everyone will receive a Zoom link.
Monday, February 1
5:45-6:45 p.m.
Youth in grades 7-12
$2 per participant
REGISTER HERE by Wednesday, January 27
Monday, February 8
5:45-6:45 p.m.
Youth in grades 7-12
$2 per participant
REGISTER HERE by Monday, February 1
Monday, February 22
5:45-6:45 p.m.
Youth in grades 7-12
$2 per participant
REGISTER HERE by Tuesday, February 16
Home Alone
Is your child ready to stay home alone? The Home Alone Safety for Kids program helps children and their families get ready for their child’s first steps towards independence and being without adult supervision for short periods of time.
This safety program is ideally suited for children aged 9-12 years old. Safety and accident prevention are the common themes throughout the program. The information is relevant and current to today’s young learners.
Course content includes:
- Street smarts and bike safety
- People safety (“Tricky People” and Safe strangers)
- Online and internet safety
- Snacking and kitchen safety
- Home fire safety
- Sibling rivalry
- Preventing accidents
- How to handle emergencies and other situations
- Basic first aid skills
The unique delivery model of our Home Alone Safety for Kids program reaches children of all learning-types. Innovative digital and traditional gaming techniques provide a fun and positive learning environment. Engaged participants learn valuable life skills to help them make safer choices when on their own.
Tuesdays (February 2, 9, 16, 23 & March 2)
6:30-7:45 p.m.
Youth ages 9-12
$30 per participant
REGISTER HERE by Wednesday, January 27
Valentine’s Day Cupcake Kit
We are bringing Valentine’s treats to you! Each kit will include two cupcakes and everything you will need to decorate!
Kit pick up: Friday, February 12
Youth in Kindergarten-grade 12
$5 per participant
REGISTER HERE by Wednesday, February 3
Teen String Art
Make something new to hang in your bedroom. These kits will include: Board, nails, string and design of your choosing!
Patterns:
- Heart
- Music Note
- Pineapple
- Paw Print
- Deer Head
Kit pick up: Wednesday, February 17
Youth in grades 7-12
$15 per participant
REGISTER HERE by Monday, February 8
*zoom links will be emailed after the registration deadline*
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Preschool Program Video Series
As we enter the New Year we are excited to continue to provide our Preschool Program Video Series. This month we will be featuring our Winter activities and of course adding a little extra for Valentine's day.
Videos will be posted Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on the Shilo MFRC Facebook page and will feature activities you can do with materials found in your own home.
Make sure you post a picture or video of your finished product in the comments to be entered to win a weekly draw. The more projects you complete and post the more times your name will be entered in our weekly draws.
Kirstin & Hailey
Scholastic Reading Club
Give your child the freedom to read and the power to choose books from the monthly flyers. From sweet picture book read-alouds to action-packed chapter books and more, Scholastic Reading Club presents the best books for children to build your home library. Whether your child reads independently or with you, help set them up for success by sharing a family love of reading with the best books for childhood development. Begin growing your child's library today by joining Scholastic Reading Club!
Using Reading Club is easy! Simply place an order on the Reading Club Shop and use your child's teacher's Class Code in the coupon field during checkout. Every order you place will earn your child's classroom free books and resources and you will receive free shipping on orders of $35 or more. All orders ship directly to your home!
Shilo MFRC Daycare class code is: RC183737
Visit the scholastic website to order your books today!
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OCC Hours of Operation for February:
OCC will be closed until further notice.
Please watch the Shilo MFRC Facebook page for updates.
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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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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 on remote classes or about applying for a Rosetta Stone licence.
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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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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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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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