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  1. NavyHopeful

    Army.ca call to action - Enabling prospective recruits to search

    I put the link to the forces pay scale for salary, but added the blurb about Sea Pay.  The forces recruiting site makes no mention of Sea/Field/Aircrew pay.  Also, the recruiting site shows the estimated salary of a FULLY TRAINED member (ie QL5 or CPL/LS).  I have seen some people asking about...
  2. NavyHopeful

    Army.ca call to action - Enabling prospective recruits to search

    Weapons Engineering Technician is completed.
  3. NavyHopeful

    Retro Pay & Allow 1Apr 2014 - 1Apr 2017

    Has there been any action on this recently?  I know that these things take time, and bureaucracy works at a super-fast pace ( ::) ), but if anyone has heard anything lately, would you mind sharing with the class? Thanks. Rev
  4. NavyHopeful

    Changing Trade

    If you are really interested in putting in a VOT to a different trade, it would have to be done after your BMQ/BMOQ.  Also, I know a few members that have put in for a VOT while on their initial trade qualifications (QL3) and didn't get the VOT until their next qualification levels (QL4/5)...
  5. NavyHopeful

    Bringing special items to BMQ.

    As long as the items you wish to bring are not on the prohibited list (knives, contraband magazines, etc.) you will be able to leave them in your civilian luggage and lock them up during the week.  Cowboy boots shouldn't pose a problem, but you'll only have access to them on the weekends when...
  6. NavyHopeful

    So how does this work?

    Thanks MM... Didn't see that post. So, to Drew, I know Edmonton is in a PLD area.  I would ask your recruiting centre what the guidelines would be for you to (possibly) be able to apply for PLD when you are at BMQ in Quebec and SQ (wherever they have that). I'm not too sure how they work the...
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    So how does this work?

    A couple things about this post have me scratching my noggin... First off, where is HOME? (If someone with more knowledge than I have can give any advice to a possible PLD claim, if the OP is in a PLD area?) Secondly, what trades are you hoping for?  I ask this because I know of a couple Navy...
  8. NavyHopeful

    So how does this work?

    If you are married or common-law, make a plan with your significant other to make sure this is as seamless as possible. If you are single, be up front with the service providers (cell phone, credit card, etc.) and let them know that you will be going to BMQ (when you get your dates). In my...
  9. NavyHopeful

    6 RCN Sailors help battle fire ashore in Turkey- Nov. 2014

    Thanks, Stacked. Happy Holidays from all of us over here!!! :subbies:
  10. NavyHopeful

    6 RCN Sailors help battle fire ashore in Turkey- Nov. 2014

    Official Government news release. http://news.gc.ca/web/article-en.do?nid=905099
  11. NavyHopeful

    PERs : All issues questions...2003-2019

    As a Jr. NCM, I will start doing this.  We have our own Divisional Note template we use onboard, but I think your advice about using the ACTUAL software is a great piece of advice, and will allow me to get the experience with it.  Thanks for putting this idea out there. Cheers. Rev
  12. NavyHopeful

    Letter to the Editor Re: Canada's Role in the Fight Against ISIS

    Wow.  Just... wow. How do you respond to a letter like that?  You can't.  I wish someone would get up in the House of Commons (particularly this person's MP) and read it aloud for the entire Parliament to hear.  This is the voice of one of our own.  Someone who has voluntarily given their civil...
  13. NavyHopeful

    'You are so loved': Ottawa lawyer describes trying to save Cpl. Nathan Cirillo

    Between the first two stories and the one I've given here, It is certainly hard to keep a strong composure.  That said, I can't remember when I've felt sad, angry, and scared all at the same time.  Sad for our brothers who've paid the price that NEVER should have been collected IN CANADA, angry...
  14. NavyHopeful

    HMCS NIOBE - Canada's first ship's anchor found at HMC Dockyard Halifax

    Wow.  That is pretty cool, knowing that this little bit of naval history has been un-earthed in our backyard.  I wonder where they'll put it?  I would say that, after they preserve it, it should be placed as a monument right outside the new naval shipyards (when they get finished).  It would be...
  15. NavyHopeful

    All things beardy-2005 to 2018 (merged)

    :goodpost: Agreed.
  16. NavyHopeful

    Fitness for Operational Requirements of CAF Employment ( FORCE )

    In which case, my information is outdated.  I apologize. In any case, good luck, and hope you all do well. Cheers. Rev
  17. NavyHopeful

    Fitness for Operational Requirements of CAF Employment ( FORCE )

    Provided they are still running the test at CFLRS as they have for a while, the test in the first week will set the baseline.  There are bare minimums that must be met in order to stay with the course.  I believe you have a basic minimum of push-ups, sit-ups and hand-grip, but you cannot fail...
  18. NavyHopeful

    All things beardy-2005 to 2018 (merged)

    The staff wants to see that you are using the toiletries in the layout.  That said, I know a few guys who'd use the razor once or twice, and keep the clean-but-used blade as an "inspection" blade, while rolling through other cartridges.  And I tried the whole dollar-store trick...  Honestly...
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    All things beardy-2005 to 2018 (merged)

    Personally, I used a Fusion ProGlide at BMQ.  No Cream, just hot water, and quick strokes.  As for now, I use the ProGlide for parade days and special occasions, but on ship, I just buzz the ol' electric on the mug to get the majority.  The staff will want to see like a mach 3 or some sort of a...
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