When you think of Canada, what comes to mind? Politeness, snowy winters and summers by the lake, bilingualism, freedom, universal health care, hockey, home?

For many military families, answering the common question of “Where are you from?” or “Where is home?” is not an easy task. A military family could start their journey in St. Jean, Quebec, then be posted to Borden, Ontario, or Shilo, Manitoba. Comox, British Columbia could be next, or Gander, Newfoundland, or even Yellowknife in the Northwest Territories. 

Trenton, Ontario may be their last posting, but how would you describe home when you have lived in so many places across Canada? For most, the simple answer is “Home is Canada!” However, due to the unique challenges and moves of the military lifestyle, service families are often at a higher disadvantage when obtaining a primary care physician. There is even a common misconception that military families receive health care through their CAF base. 

To offset this challenge, the Trenton MFRC has made a goal to create sustainable health care solutions for military families. To achieve this, we identified a short-term and a long-term approach which includes developing partnerships with health care officials and regional health agencies. In the short-term, the Trenton MFRC’s aim is to support military families by facilitating access to virtual health care tools that could help with their immediate health concerns. With this in mind, the Trenton Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC) is pleased to host its 16th annual Invisible Ribbon Gala: CANADA. On Saturday, May 8, 2021, we will celebrate the true north, strong and, free!

and celebrate the true north, strong and free as we fundraise to create sustainable health care solutions for military families. 

Starter

Enjoy a charcuterie filled with assorted cheese from Maple Dale and Empire Cheese, meats, crackers and sweet fruit.

Main

Savour a braised beef short rib, a white breast of chicken, mashed potatoes, and a selection of roasted seasonal vegetables.

(Vegetarian Option)

Treasure a roasted vegetable gratin served with potatoes with freekeh pilaf.

Dessert

A light trio of the Canadian classic Nanaimo bar, maple tart and crème du sucre.