The idea of a Canadian Forces Covenant was first introduced at the Canadian Forces Family Services Summit held in May '08. Attendees, comprised of MFRC staff, board members, family members and CF members, had the opportunity to provide direct input. Over the course of the summer additional feedback was solicited which resulted in the final product. As you will see, the Covenant reflects a commitment to our families and its serves as the cornerstone, or foundation, from which we can continue to enhance military family services. Director General Personnel and Family Support Services, specifically Director Military Family Services, will lead the way in the upcoming months in developing initiatives to enhance existing services offered to families and introduce new programs that are relevant to the needs of military families today.
Click here to view the official CF Family Covenant:
https://www.cfpsa.com/en/psp/DMFS/pdfs/CF%20Family%20Covenant.pdf
Child and Youth Development and Parenting Support
Mandated service components
- Activities and Initiatives for Children and Youth
- Parent/Caregiver Education and Support
- Emergency Child Care
- Emergency Respite Child Care
- Casual Child Care
Prevention, Support and Intervention:
Mandated service components:
- Education and Prevention
- Self-Help Groups
- Assessment and Referral
- Short-Term Intervention and Crisis Support
Family Separation & Reunion
Mandated service component:
- Outreach, Information, Support and Assistance to CR Family Members
Personal Development and Community Integration:
Mandated service components:
- Welcome and Community Orientation
- Information and Referral
- Employment and Education Assistance
- Personal Growth and Development
- Second Language Services