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  1. McD

    Application Process Samples [2003 - 2018]

    Hang tight , sorry to hear. Wasn't an easy choice Im sure.
  2. McD

    Age Limits to Join

    I don't want to get into the nitty gritty here as to why you don't want to foregoe your opportunity to pursue an education. Hell why do you think the CF has so many options to educate the people they want in uniform? I'll tell you now - you're cooked if you just have a grade 12 BUT if your...
  3. McD

    Questions about Joining Instructions Booklet

    "Running shoes1 set    Sport shoes (non marking soles)x"          My interpretation of this is have a dedicated pair for and as RUNNERS. Also have another pair of runner/ sneaker/ sport shoe with a non marking sole. In other words without over thinking or holding a google conference a sport...
  4. McD

    Questions about Joining Instructions Booklet

    From what Ive read from the joining instructions this is answered (there). Along with what should and should not be brought, along with what is to be only purchased upon arrival. Im betting towards taking a bag packed with at least that, and some decently appearing outfits.... Its Day 1 of your...
  5. McD

    Enrollment / Swearing In Ceremony [MERGED]

    Quite the fan of the "chill out" thread myself. READ IT to anyone who hasnt.
  6. McD

    Enrollment / Swearing In Ceremony [MERGED]

    My mind is at ease just knowing I will be told what I need to know in due time. The application process taught me that. Good luck to all you heading out for September.
  7. McD

    11 soldiers injured as tank cannon fires on N.B. base

    Whoa this certainly got my heart to stop- Glad they are alright. whew.
  8. McD

    Need a Degree (Navy Officer Trade)?

    That may be. Thanks for the correction , much appreciated :) Ill be the first to admit I figured the Marine Engineering /bridge programs would be similar. I'd be interested to learn more what they entail. My experience was a bit different. It's been a few years since I looked into it, and my...
  9. McD

    Need a Degree (Navy Officer Trade)?

    MS ENG " CAREER DEVELOPMENT You will be enrolled at the rank of Naval Cadet (NCdt). On completion of a degree and Basic Officer Training, you will be commissioned as an Acting Sub-Lieutenant (ASLt). On completion of the Naval Engineering Indoctrination course and one year of commissioned...
  10. McD

    Recruitment into Combat Arms (first time poster)

    For what it is worth, and this is just my account - its not meant to rule. But for those considering it, 2 weeks ago,  I was told there was around a dozen AES OP  spots left. I was going to in this week to see about adding it as my 3rd choice but got my offer for my cosen . Worth inquiring...
  11. McD

    PAT Platoon and Young Family Problems/Questions

    Not to be rude here but really I think your answers, and results, are within him and his action or inaction. Not an internet forum, just so you can relay it back. Your situation isnt the best but not the worse. And no one with a heart would argue you dont need help, but ultimately its down to...
  12. McD

    PAT Platoon and Young Family Problems/Questions

    The paternity leave is there for a reason no? From this post and your other ones, sounds like YOU NEED IT to get your stuff together.
  13. McD

    Application Process Samples [2003 - 2018]

    There are also many folks already processed and waiting on these positions. This is how it was explained to me. You'll moved through and be contacted when they can get you in the game. :)
  14. McD

    BMQ Nov 2010

    I won the lotto...I mean, I got my call today. Leave the 6th, start the 8th.
  15. McD

    Applying from outside Canada (Merged)

    Try the online recruiter for sure. The only thing I can think of is your te out of country slowing down the background check? Of course your situation is unique and this isn't "my lane" But you can apply online perhaps you might want to see if you can start it now that way ?  And how are you...
  16. McD

    Application Process Samples [2003 - 2018]

    Congrats !! It's good to hear that a Combat Arms position was offered ! I may have missed any other posters saying they got one. But it was looking like things were calming down in this thread. Then again that may be the norm for the begining of a month I have no idea.  Good on ya !!!
  17. McD

    Wanting to join... Qustions

    It always surprised me that there was this program in place. I am not knocking it, as I am sure a great number of excellent people devoloped very well into their careers in the CF. But I personally think the onus should be on the person asking for a job/career to exceed requirements.  I just...
  18. McD

    Voluntary Occupational Transfer ( VOT )

    I sorry guys my interpretation was that this gentlemen was taking a job he didn't want just to keep moving in the process and then pull the plug and remuster last minute. As I said caorrect me if I am wrong ,  or in the wrong, because I want to be wrong in thinking that. Everyone deserves...
  19. McD

    Voluntary Occupational Transfer ( VOT )

    No offence , and since I am entering first as an NCM what you are doing doesn't impact my trade or selection so correct me if I am wrong; What you are doing is accepting a job you don't necessarily want just to get you to a point where you can then change your mind and enter a new job? How this...
  20. McD

    Advice needed re: Basic Training

    Try you CoC , I cant see them saying NO flat out
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