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popnfresh, When did you start the CT process? If it was after 6 Feb you have to process thru DMCA in Ottawa. They are very much overworked and are trying to coordinate direct CT's and OT's with very little staff. They must rely on the CFRC's to do their interviews and updates for them. They...

Current selection policy is that you have three choices not in any order of preference. So what you really have are up to three "first" choices that you may get a job offer for. None are put in front of the other so if you qualify for all three you should get one of them. Let us know which one...

rytel, That's because EME officers are just smarter, get used to it. CFR FCS Bet this generates some responses!

If doesn't really matter just so long are you are comfortable and relaxed. You very likely will NOT get a job interview today but may have a contact interview to discuss your application. Good Luck. CFR FCS

HFX Crow, I'm the retard who said I wasn't sure if it had changed had to check. I did correct myself as soon as I found that the info was incorrect. Recruiting has been changing rapidly and often in the short time I've been involved. So I had to check because many occupations that have been...

I was able to confirm that Clearance Diver is NOT open except from within the Forces. You need to find a Naval Reserve unit, like HMCS Star in Hamilton for example and join as a Port Inspection Diver take a few courses and then transfer to Reg Force. That's the only way I know of. Sorry for the...

mudpuppy, I would advise you to get your application started ASAP and make sure you bring in all your diving credentials (certificates, log books etc.) so that a Prior Learning Assessment (PLAR) can be submitted, they can take some time. Sometimes Semi -Skilled applicants, it sounds like you...

Nad, August BMOQ 's are full. 1 Sep BMOQ has some spots left. There is no board for AERE, it is Open Selection List (OSL) which is a local selection by the Production Officer (Prod O) at your CFRC if he has any vacancies left. Your CFRC should be able to tell you with some accuracy what your...

I applaud your efforts however a word of caution. I have had a couple of selected applicants who were getting ready for BMQ / BMOQ going Gung Ho and they hurt themselves. All missed their course start date and one, who had been enrolled, was released. I have another who gave himself stress...

The biggest issue in CFB Gagetown is transportation. The Base proper is co located with the Town of Oromocto www.oromocto.ca. If he has wheels he can easily get to Fredericton which as a University city has a fair amount to offer like movies, live theatre, clubs etc. He should drop into the...

Clearance Diver was open as direct entry but I'm not sure if : A.) it's still open or, b.) wether they will accept semi-skilled or unskilled applicants. Port Inspection Divers take direct entry candidates is only open to Naval Reserves. Check with your local CFRC, there are six Clearance...

It costs nothing to apply so go check it out at the nearest recruiting centre or go on line. If you want to go to college you can apply for Non Commissioned member subsidized education plan (NCMSEP) and if accepted  the CF would pay you to go to school plus pay your tuition / costs. Social...

Kyle, As for the help and advice you got here it's what families do for each other.  Welcome to the family. CFR FCS

I'm not sure what province you are in but check out ALL your options. Some High schools have a mature student program that evaluates your previous schooling and current work experience / skills you might have picked up along the way.  The GED is a fairly quick fix and will help you during the...

Yes, the Navy is indeed part of the Forces. Check out the web page www.forces.gc.ca and it should explain the basic differences in operational responsibilities and roles.

RoxyRoller, I would call to confirm the timings as CFRC Toronto doesn't open until 08:30 hrs. Usually if it is a large enrolment ceremony you may have an hour or hour and a half of paperwork before the actual attestation. I would definitely call and confirm the timings. CFR FCS 

The info on the web page and the Recruiting Information Aid (RIA - the glossy one page handout) are produced by recruiting group at the request of the Managing Authority (MA) in this case Chief Land Staff (CLS) and the Artillery Branch Advisor. We in recruiting have complained lots about the...

Another BMOQ serial opened up for 1 September.

If you have completed university your option is Direct Entry Officer. if you are still in University you have different options. I strongly suggest you visit the www.forces.ca webpage and get some basic information on the engineering occupations.  A visit to your nearest recruiting centre would...

Sigger, Current policy is that once file is closed for any reason, enrolment being one, a new CNRC is required. The turn around on CNRC is usually 3-5 working days so I don't see an issue. Also a few returning applicants have found themselves with credit issues after a short career. CFR FCS