Canadian Diplomatic Family NetworkThe CDFN is a not-for-profit volunteer group of GoC spouses working together to connect spouses and family members of GoC representatives at all diplomatic posts, and advocate for them.

Goers, Stayers, and Newbies

Expat life involves cycles of goodbyes and arrivals, with constant transitions and adjustments.
Ex Pat Expectations

Reflexion on the challenges and identity shifts faced as a diplomatic spouse.
Breaking the Non-Person Shell

Diplomat spouses often face isolation and joblessness abroad, sacrificing careers and independence. Lack of support, language barriers, and limited opportunities confine them to a “non-person” role, far from their ambitions…
When home stops understanding you

After years abroad, you return with stories worth telling, only to find that home listens kindly, but not closely.
Tackling the Diplomatic Move

The CDFN offers strategies for diplomatic families to manage relocation challenges effectively and confidently.

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Employment Guide for Canadian Diplomatic Spouses Abroad

Whether you’re a teacher, consultant, nurse, software developer, the question is the same: how do I keep working?
Panel : Navigating your life abroad

Diplomatic spouses shared essential advice for thriving abroad during a webinar discussion.
Getting Your Telework Approved (hopefully)

Best practices to navigate and prepare your telework arrangement.
Security Clearance Made Simple!

Family members accompanying Canada-Based Staff (CBS) can easily apply for their security clearance to work at mission.

Behind the curtain : Spouses of the World

A great book that shares candid experiences of diplomatic spouses
What if ‘Where are you from?’ had no easy answer?

Carissa Gobble’s book explores Third Culture Kids.
Globe-Trotter Academy Podcast

Each episode dives into groundbreaking studies that uncover the hidden dynamics of living and working across cultures.
CDFN book of the month : Living Abroad

A comprehensive, empathetic guide to the psychological and relational realities of expatriate life.
CDFN Book of the Month : Diplomatic Baggage

Living abroad as part of Canada’s diplomatic community is a unique journey – one filled with incredible opportunities, cross-cultural adventures, and the privilege of representing our country. But as members…

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