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TEAL UP! FOR MILITARY KIDS
April is the Month of the Military Child
Did you know that Month of the Military Child was established to recognize and thank children from
military families for the sacrifices they make living the military lifestyle?
Many children face the challenges of frequent absences, relocations and transitions throughout their lives and develop unique qualities to face these challenges.
During the month of April, our team, along with other Military Family Resource Centres across the country, will be wearing teal to celebrate and show our support for children from military families.
Why the colour teal?
The colour teal was chosen to represent children from military families because it incorporates the
colours of the three branches of the Canadian Armed Forces: blue for the Air Force, green for the
Army and navy/white for the Navy.
Why is the dandelion used as a symbol?
"Dandelions are a unique flower. They have the ability to grant wishes, are able to grow wherever
the wind takes them. Just like these resilient flowers, military children are also unique, which makes
the dandelion the official flower of the military child." - Canadian Military Family Magazine
Would you like to join us?
Share a photo of yourself wearing teal on social media and let others know that you support
children from military families!
Be sure to tag us (@hrmfrc) in the post and use #TealUp
Want to get Teal Up clothing for you and your family? Visit our eStore, linked from our home page.
