Military Resources
Military Families Services Program is responsible for providing access to initiatives that demonstrate the strength behind the uniform in your community. Explore local initiatives from childcare, education, employment, matters of social development, deployment and reunions.
Veterans Affairs Canada offers a wide range of financial, health, and career transition supports to help Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans, and their families successfully transition to civilian life and pursue education and employment opportunities.
CF Family Resource Site the place to look for information about military life, programs to improve quality of life for serving Canadian Forces members and their families and information of particular interest to everyone connected to the Canadian Forces.
Transition Services Ottawa, operated by the Canadian Armed Forces Transition Group (CAF TG), provides personalized, professional support for CAF members, veterans, and their families. Services include transition planning, career coaching, and support for ill or injured personnel to civilian life, working with VAC and community partners. For local support, call 343-451-5777 or visit the Ottawa Transition Centre at 1745 Alta Vista Dr.
Deployment Support Centre Petawawa offers tailored support, resources, and guidance for Canadian Armed Forces members and military families before, during, and after deployment to support well-being and successful reintegration.
Petawawa Family Resource Centre provides integrated support services, including mental health, employment, and family programs, to help Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans, and their families navigate military life and transitions.
National Capital Family Resource Centre offers comprehensive support programs for CAF members, Veterans, and military families, helping them navigate relocation, deployment, career development, and overall well-being in the Ottawa area.
Kingston Family Resource Centre is Kingston’s primary agency dedicated to meeting the unique needs of the military community.
The Non-Commissioned Member Subsidized Training and Education Plan (NCMSTEP) allows Canadian Armed Forces members and applicants to receive paid full-time post-secondary education at approved Canadian colleges and universities for programs aligned with military occupations, while earning a salary and gaining career-ready skills.
The Military Transition Engagement and Partnerships (MTEP) program connects Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans, and their families with a network of trusted organizations and resources to support a successful transition to civilian life, including employment, education, and overall well-being.
The Department of National Defence offers student and new graduate employment programs, co-op placements, and internships that provide valuable work experience and pathways to civilian careers in defence, security, and public service.
The Job Bank “Hire a Veteran” service helps employers connect with Canadian Armed Forces members and Veterans by promoting job opportunities, providing recruitment tools, and supporting the transition of military talent into the civilian workforce.
The Benefits Navigator is an online tool from Veterans Affairs Canada that helps Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans, and their families identify the benefits and services they may be eligible for through a guided questionnaire with personalized results and application links.
Family Information Line provides confidential, bilingual counselling services and information for military families. Call 1-800-866-4546.
Canadian Armed Forces Health Services offers comprehensive support programs for CAF members, Veterans, and military families, helping them navigate relocation, deployment, career development, and overall well-being in the Ottawa area.