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Who is your female role model?

“I’ve had a few, but my mother and maternal grandmother are the top two! Mom was an incredibly resilient and determined woman, with an abundance of love and patience. She saw possibilities amid overwhelming obstacles, […]

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How to Make Halloween Accessible and Safe

By Leigh Wood-Landry Plan multi-sensory experiences to be more inclusive of children who are visually impaired. • Offer puffy paint to decorate an actual pumpkin, or to outline the edges of a pumpkin template. Place […]

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KMFRC Volunteer Spotlight: Sheldon Bushey

By Heather Kotelniski As posting season begins to wind down, and families settle into their new homes, more often than not some type of renovations begin. Some call contractors and others have the skills to […]

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Taking Care of You

By the KMFRC Staff Each month, we ask the KMFRC staff a lifestyle question. For September, we asked: What do you do for self-care/mindfulness/”me time”? “I lose myself in a great book, dance to upbeat […]

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Family Traditions to Begin a New School Year

By Leigh Wood Landry Whenever possible, visit the school before classes begin. If your child struggles with change, specific reminders can help them become more comfortable with their new environment and routine. These might include: […]

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KMFRC Volunteer Spotlight: John Sullivan

By Heather Kotelniski The Kingston Military Family Resource Centre (KMFRC) is privileged to boast some of the city’s best volunteers. A diverse range of backgrounds, skills, and cultures is represented in our volunteer pool, which […]

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What to do in Kingston

By the KMFRC staff We live in an amazing city that combines a small town atmosphere with big city amenities. Whether you’re a foodie, love live theatre, or just want to breathe in some culture, […]

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Caring Dads

By Khatiza Bi Bi The KMFRC is dedicated to providing resources and support to parents, which sometimes includes helping them reconnect with their children. Caring Dads is a new program at the KMFRC to help […]

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5 Tips to Feel at Home After a Move

By Alice Joseph Military family life involves lots of moving. Every few years, you pack up your things and move to a new life. When you get to your new place, it takes time and […]