Where does the Petawawa Military Family Resource Centre (PMFRC) fall in the chain of command?
The PMFRC is not a part of the chain of command. It is a not-for-profit organization that is governed by a Board of Directors. Both brigade and base have non-voting representatives on the Board.
The PMFRC works in partnership with both the base and the Department of National Defence (through the Director of Military Family Services) to provide programs and services for military families.
Who makes up the Board of Directors?
The voting members of the Board of Directors are volunteers who represent the community. A minimum of 51 percent of voting members must be military spouses. Non-voting (ex-officio) members include the Executive Director of the PMFRC, as well as representatives from both brigade and base.
What is the purpose of an annual general meeting?
All not-for-profit organizations are required to hold annual general meetings. They serve as an opportunity for the community to choose the individuals who will represent them, to review the activities of the past year, and to approve the financial statements for the past year.
Where does the PMFRC get the funds to conduct its business?
The PMFRC receives funds from a number of different sources. We work in partnership with different agencies including: CFB Petawawa; the Director of Military Family Services; United Way; Ontario’s Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities; the Killaloe Community Resource Centre; the Phoenix Centre for Children and Families; and Ontario Early Years. Funding is also acquired through corporate/personal donations and fundraising.
If I have a complaint regarding the PMFRC, what should I do?
The PMFRC has a comprehensive policy manual which includes a complaints policy.
Downloadable Policies and Forms
Complaints Resolution Policy and Form [PDF]
Code of Professional Practice Policy [PDF]