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CFB Wainwright Support Fund

Support Our Troops and the True Patriot Love Foundation have established the CFB Wainwright Support Fund provides financial assistance to Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members, families, and next of kin affected by the recent tragedy at CFB Wainwright. Administered through the Edmonton Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC) in partnership with Support Our Troops and Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), the fund helps eligible families access timely support for immediate and emerging needs during recovery, reunification, bereavement, and transition periods. 

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The CFB Wainwright Support Fund was established to provide compassionate, practical financial assistance to CAF families affected by the incident at CFB Wainwright. The fund is intended to complement existing CAF benefits and support programs by helping address urgent needs, financial gaps, and unexpected expenses that may arise following injury or loss. 

Eligible families may receive financial assistance of up to $10,000 per family during the initial phase of the program. Additional assistance may be considered in exceptional circumstances based on demonstrated need. 

Funding may be available for expenses related to: 

Travel and Family Reunification 

  • Travel associated with medical treatment and recovery 

  • Travel to reunite immediate family members with injured CAF personnel 

  • Transportation expenses not covered through existing programs 

Emergency and Incidental Expenses 

  • Accommodation 

  • Meals and food 

  • Ground transportation and vehicle rentals 

  • Parking expenses 

  • Replacement clothing and personal items 

  • Other incident-related emergency expenses 

Mental Health Support 

  • Mental health services and supports for family members not otherwise covered through existing benefits 

Funeral and Celebration of Life Expenses 

  • Funeral expenses not covered by existing CAF or government programs 

  • Celebration of life expenses 

  • Related travel and accommodation costs for immediate family members 

Exceptional Family Needs 

  • Other urgent or unique expenses reviewed on a case-by-case basis by program administrators 

At this stage, assistance is available to CAF families who have experienced a casualty or serious injury directly related to the incident at CFB Wainwright. Eligibility is confirmed through established CAF and CFMWS processes in coordination with designated support personnel and, where appropriate, members of the chain of command.  

Eligible applicants may include: 

  • Injured CAF members 

  • Immediate family members 

  • Next of kin 

  • Dependents of affected CAF members 

If you are unsure whether you qualify for support, we encourage you to contact the Edmonton MFRC to discuss your circumstances. 

Step 1: Contact the Edmonton MFRC \
Eligible individuals should contact the Edmonton Military Family Resource Centre, which administers the fund on behalf of Support Our Troops. 

Step 2: Initial Consultation 
An MFRC team member will contact you, typically within 24 hours, to arrange a virtual or in-person discussion regarding your circumstances and support requirements. 

Step 3: Application Review 
The Edmonton MFRC will review eligibility and assess the requested support in collaboration with appropriate CAF and support personnel. 

Step 4: Funding Decision and Support 
Where approved, assistance will be provided as quickly as possible. In most cases, funding can be disbursed within 48 hours once eligibility has been confirmed and all required information has been received. 

Information you may be asked to provide 

  • Name and Service Number of the CAF member 

  • Relationship to the CAF member 

  • Contact information 

  • Name of your Designated Assistant (if applicable) 

  • Description of your circumstances and support needs 

  • Supporting documentation such as receipts, travel itineraries, estimates, or invoices (if available)
Please do not delay seeking support even if you do not yet have all supporting documentation available. 

If you or your family have been affected by the incident and would like to learn more about available support, please contact the Edmonton Military Family Resource Centre. 

Phone: 780-973 - 4011 x 528 - 6300 
Email: Exec.Dir@mfrcedmonton.com 

The Edmonton MFRC team is committed to providing timely, confidential, and compassionate support to CAF members and families affected by this tragedy. 

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