I don't know if everyone else is the same, but my CFRC did NOT call me to say I was merit listed. I went in for an update one day and that is when I found out.
Seen. It's been so long since I was at the recruiting phase (twice) of my career that I don't ever recall hearing about the Merit List. Maybe it's a case of what you don't know can't hurt you. I can imagine the CFRC gets flooded with all kinds of phone calls as it is, but when I think of someone being told they're merit listed , this scenario comes to mind:
CFRC: "Good day, Mr. Bloggins, we're calling to let you know you've been merit listed as of today."
Mr. Bloggins: "What's the merit list?"
CFRC: "That means your entire file, all tests, interviews, medical, security clearance, etc, has been finalized and now we're just waiting for a position for you."
Mr. Bloggins: "Great news, when can I expect to go on BMQ?"
CFRC: "Well, that's hard to say as we prefer to wait until there is an opening on a course for your trades training so you don't have to spend too mush time in a holding platoon (PRETC)."
Mr. Bloggins: "Okay, thanks."
Next day Mr. Bloggins calls the CFRC.
Mr. Bloggins: "Any news on the BMQ yet?"
CFRC: "No, sorry."
Mr. Bloggins: "But I've been merit listed!"
Continues on a daily basis until Bloggins goes on BMQ.
Obviously, this is a bit much, but I don't find it too hard to visualize.
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