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Well that pretty much answers everything. Thanks!

Is there anyone here who can answer some questions on the LAV III courses (no rumours or guesswork, please... I've heard too much of that already and am looking for definitive answers): 1. Is there a separate course for each posn of Driver, Gunner, and Crew Commander, or is it one course? 2...

Che: I've also noticed that the recruiting process is getting sped up (and it's about time too), but have still notice some significant delays for those with former service. It seems the paperwork for the VFS is still quite lengthy. I've seen some people in processing for a year or more waiting...

I fired a few mags through a Desert Eagle, and I'm convinced that's it's the single worst handgun I've ever fired. Even the .357 was so friggin heavy when loaded that you could barely hold an aimed shot. The recoil was psychotic, which does not allow you to shoot off multiple rouds quickly, it...

I would be amazed, if not completely gobsmacked if they let him write off BMQ, or have any rank when joining. CIC officers do not learn or shoot the C7 rifle in their training, and a lot of the army fieldcraft is never officially taught. Also, unless he has training or experience in the MOC he...

Alex: The short answer; if you are firm with the recruiters, and tell them right off the bat that infantry is the only thing you're interested in, and you HAVE considered all other options, then there shouldn't be a problem. I know one guy who went through recruiting with a pilot's license, and...

I don't think anyone was advocating witholding information on the application, but you don't necessarily have to tell your course staff about all your prior experience. Just as it's recommended cadets don't become too outspoken about former cadet service. As for getting a hard time, I would...

Just to add to what's already been said, in the Canadian Forces women are allowed to serve with any branch, trade, ship, and in any form of duty, provided they meet the requirements. This includes Special Forces (although I don't think any are serving there yet), Search and Rescue (in which...

Don't blame it all on the women. A thermal boxer brief would be pretty useless if it had a big friggin hold in the middle of it, don't you think? Oh, and the combat bra program is dead. CF women can go out an buy their own bras and have the money reimbursed (up to $160/year... I think). Works...

From the female perspective: I abosultely love to issue boxer briefs. They fit well, are comfortable, and dry quickly when wet (particularly important here on the left coast). Under armour is also great but FRIGGIN EXPENSIVE. If I had to purchase them, I would buy the under armour, but the fact...

Man, they're really scraping the bottom of the Exercise name barrel, aren't they? Frozen beaver?! Sounds like that Marine running song from Full Metal Jacket.

So as not to derail the previous thread(s) in which this was discussed, I'd like to find out more information about this new BMQ Enhanced Course. Particularly the following: 1. Will it replace/eliminate the SQ altogether? 2. When is it expected to be implemented? I understand the pilot course...

Cereal Rapist: God bless tshirthell

Haggis, next time someone asks you what's under your kilt, tell them; "your girlfriend's lipstick".

I've never been spat on, but have had people throw stuff at my car, shout "baby killer" at me, or just generally be verbally abusive (it was worse when I used to take public transit to Reserves). I've noticed it's only here in Vancouver though. Everywhere else I've been with the military...

There's a great thread about DB Edmonton in which people have given their personal accounts of their experiences there. It will probably give you most of the information you're looking for: http://forums.army.ca/forums/threads/18425.0/all.html

Fair enough. If they aren't passing the PC/ECs, they should be gone.

The one thing I'm surprised no one has addressed is the classroom portions of courses. I have found that it is often those who have little problems with PT are the ones who have more difficulty in the classroom. Part of the teamwork aspect of a course often involves other people helping carry...

A good solider never feels harrassed. That's a pretty ignorant statement. Yes, I was equally bored sitting through the SHARP lectures, but that doesn't mean they're not occasionally necessary. Ever had a boss tell you that unless you slept with him, you'd be fired? Ever had someone physically...

GO!! I found an old .50 cal pam a while back. I'm not sure if it references indirect fire, but I can check (heck, I found an old .30 cal pam too... with pictures of soldiers in battle dress shooting it). As far as an official pam, since they semi-retired it and are now bringing it back, I'm...