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Its interesting that these "students" are coming up with their own statistics and opinions of CF members based on no research whatsoever. To even suggest that the CF is an unworthy occupation worthy of being included in their on campus fair is absolutely ridiculouse. Lets look at the CF. We...

I was recruited at a table in high school, and it turns out that out of a school of 300, I was one of three. And the only thing that attracted me was I knew before hand I wanted to join but the nearest recruiter was 2 hours away. I have set up a few recruiting stands in my day and the ones with...

I believe MAT should be run by individual units. Of course pre tour work up training should get the full meal deal but in the case of yearly training, selected instructors from each units should be briefed by engineers on any new training requirements and can then go back to their respective...

Sounds like something out of Lord of the Flies.........."No talking, I have the conch"

I will admit I started the thread on the questionable past of the new GG but since then I am of the opinion that she will most likely not stray far from the ways of Mrs Clarkson's reign. She has renounced her duo citizenship and doesn't strike me as a GG who will rock the boat. I guess maybee...

Just to clarify for those out there not yet in the forces, the number of pushups may look scary, but provided you pass the initial recruiting physical standards, doesn't mean you will suddenly be expected to do 100 pushups in a sitting. Physical fitness in the CF is based on progression, every...

As a former Artillery reservist I will share my bit in hopes that it helps. I was in Arty reserves for 5 years when I applied for direct entry to the regular force Artillery. They credited me 2 years 46 days worth of pensionable time that I now buy back at $30 per pay. Since I had done two tours...

Think of the Artillery deployed in Afghanistan as having a boxer with you in the schoolyard. If the bullies see the boxer they will tend to not pick on you. The guns on Roto 0 were airmobiled across Kabul afew times and driven through the streets to the ranges. We put on firepower demos for the...

I like your idea of the suprise envelopes, but training value for the attatched FOO wouldn't be too great as any true FOO party is trained to the point of making split second decisions on his/her application of fire. As well at the gun end of things, the guys on the guns are reacting to numbers...

Maybee if the proposed GG made a clear statement that she stands against separation in Canada, Canadians could stop speculating about what her views were and current separtists would see that the idea of separation is not so popular anymore. :cdn:

Every trade in the CF likes to justify their trade but sadly we are all facing the same cuts. Armour losing tanks, arty losing m109's, infantry losing mortars etc. "GO" your posts seem to indicate that in order to be aggressive and motivated you must be airborne which in my opinion is a slap in...

I think we can all agree that the T & E system needs a heck of alot of work. They are given lets say four items to chose from that are based on a set maximum price, and have to chose the best out of the four even if they are all inferior. Then usually the item is chosen based on where it will be...

I do believe the Kuwait liberation medal is an unauthorized medal for wear since CF members were issued the Gulf war medal.

In regards to the original question, I would suggest you mail off all your gucci kit to yourself overseas. On roto 0 we were directed that two of our barrack boxes contain a kit list verbatim leaving a box for civies etc. If you mail the stuff and can't wear it then you can always mail it back...

Should the Gov Gen not be the best representation of a Canadian, with an impecable past? Im sorry but IMHO the fact that FLQ involvement was even brought up tells me where theres smoke, theres fire.

If you are looking for the best way to prep for a 2IC course. Go to your regimental library and sign for a copy of fire discipline and a gun drill book. Know your fire d inside and out and drive the body when the time comes.UBIQUE

In addition, artillerymen have been training the ANA since roto 0 on principles of artillery on the "gun" line and observation post. A little known fact is the afghani's traditionally used their artillery weapons in a point and shoot method and are now learning the concept of true indirect fire.

Just to name a few closures: Calgary,Chilliwak,Summerside,Portage La Prairie,Penhold,Griesbach,Ipperwash,Downsview,Chatam.......the list goes on.

Reading through the 10 pages of this thread so far and trying to take a neutral stance on the topic, its very clear that the "vegan" concept is being forced down the throat of all as the end all be all solution to longevity. Since this site is based on facts and opininons for topics, nowhere...

I have to agree with Britney on that. By trying to maintain a strictly vegan diet in the CF you will undoubtedly run in to trouble. You may think "I will bring enough vegan food to get me through this week that they have called me out to the ice storm". Then a month later when your still sitting...