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Does anyone know if there are any bottle depots in Ottawa where we can return empty pop cans and bottles and get reimbursed for them?

Is there a CFAO or DAOD that states that when we clear out (for release), we have to be in uniform and not in civvies?  If we have already returned all our kit (i.e. combats), then do we have to go in CFs? 

When we get released, do we have to return the gabardine, CF sweater, CF raincoat and gloves (Parade)?

Does anyone know if there's public day parking available around the corner of Bank and Laurier in Ottawa?  If not, are there other parking spots available around there for the day?

Does anyone know where I can find online copies of the drills for the C7 rifle?  (function test, drills for stoppages...)

Is anyone getting frustrated at not being told what is going on?  I find there is a "culture of non-communication" in the military and it happens at all levels.  The lower ranks don't get told what is happening whenever there are taskings or exercises or anything...  it could be from what we are...

What is the No. 3 dress?  Is it CFs (long or short?) or combats?

Do we actually have a hospital anywhere in Canada just for military personnel?  I'm not talking about the MIR, but a full-scale hospital with operation rooms.  Does anyone think we should have one or is it not feasible?

Please specify which languages you know.

I have a question about when to use high and low gears on a bike.  I understand when you shift to a lower gear, it makes it easier to pedal.  So is the low gear for going uphill and you change to a higher gear when going downhill? 

Personally, I just think the French lyrics are more inspiring and convey a stronger sense of patriotism. 

What is a Bug out? 

I currently live in single quarters on base (CFB Petawawa) and I have deductions for my rations at the mess hall every month.  I've been told when I go on leave, I can't use my ration card anymore and I will have to pay for my meals if I want to eat at the mess hall.  Is that true?  It's not...

For NCMs who become officers, do they still go through exactly the same officer training as civilians who just joined through direct entry?  Or is the officer training shorter for NCMs since they've gone through recruit training before?

I just want to get these terms straight... is a sapper the same as a corporal, but just in the combat engineer trade?  What do you call a private or master corporal in this trade?  I know Bombardier & MBdr are corporal/Mcpl in artillery...what do you call a private in that trade?  Are there...

What is the difference between the OC and CO? 

Si je voudrais prendre un cours de français, quelle est la procédure?

Why is it that married or common law people get more benefits than single people?  E.g. married/common law people get more allowance for moving when they get posted and they don't have to pay for rations. 

Where can I get the CF 98 form?  Can I still fill it out even if the accident happened a few months ago?  Is there another form I have to fill out to report an injury?  DND 663...633?? 

What is UIC?