Abstract: Introduction: A small body of literature based almost exclusively on US military families suggests that there are positive aspects to growing up in a military household. However, little is known about whether there are positive consequences for children residing in families of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). Therefore, the goal of the current study was to examine the positive implications of growing up in CAF households. Methods: Focus groups were conducted with 8- to 13-year-old children (N ¼ 85) from Regular Force CAF families (38 boys, 42 girls, 5 not indicated) across various locations in Canada. Children were asked if they had experienced any positive outcomes from being in a military family, what had been the best thing about having a parent deployed, and what had been the best thing about moving. Results: Children reported some positive aspects of the military life style, such as the opportunity to travel and have new experiences (due to relocations within Canada and abroad) and to develop stronger bonds with their at-home parent during deployment. Discussion: The findings are discussed in terms of ways to foster positive experiences in relation to the military lifestyle.