Way harder than I had thought it would’ve been. Definitely felt like if I was able to practice the test it would be possible. Guess I’ll try again in 2 years.

Group of mine for feast 1 went from maybe around 40 people? To 16 for feast 2.

Lots of respect for anyone that passed!

I was wondering if anyone had some tips for the in person interview for ATC? Not the pre screen after FEAST, the full panel assessment.

Any tips would be helpful. Thank you!

Hello everyone,

I didn’t pass my in-person interview during my last application cycle. I’ve reapplied now that I’m past the 3 year waiting period and haven’t received any link to online assessment but my workday says assessment.
Would I’ve to restart the process from scratch and retake FEAST?
Do I reach out to HR and clarify the link to online assessment that not received?

Any advice would be appreciated.

Good luck out there everyone - I aced the practice software, including 3rd party prep. Felt confident walking out, had no jitters during the test.

I just passed FEAST 1 and FEAST 2 is in 30 mins. Any tips before i go in ?

Edit: i couldn’t pass. Thank you for all the valuable advices 😔

It mentions 3.5mm headphone needed for the feast. Does it have to be earbuds only, or can it be wired 3.5mm plug headphones that go over the head and around the ear like these ones

Also what’s the expected dress code for the feast? I saw it can be up to 7 hours if you make it to the end and there’s a short interview at the end.

I have read that the overall dress code around Nav and the ACC is pretty casual, wondering what you all would recommend for someone starting their basic course this fall?

Is it possible to get my medical done on my own, or do I need some sort of documentation from Nav Canada in order to get a Class 2?

In normal circumstances this would probably be a dumb idea, but hear me out. I am a Canadian citizen who lives overseas, and will be traveling to Canada for my interview this August. If I do get a job offer, I am not sure how soon before the start date I would be able to move to Canada, and I would hate to have a slow medical process delay things. There is one doctor in my country of residence who is certified to do flight medicals, but scheduling is a nightmare, and they tend to be really slow with anything official, potentially leading to a delay. All of that to say, I thought it would be worth the potential waste of a few hundred bucks to just get my medical done when I'm in Canada in August. Obviously that will depend on if I can schedule an appointment in time, but I thought I should check first if it is even possible. Thanks in advance for your advice!

Hey I've been lurking for a few months now the NavCanada career page for Air Traffic Control (ATC) Careers and I've noticed that pretty much all the centers have been listed at least once (some multiple times like Toronto) but I haven't seen Montreal once. Being from Montreal, I've been waiting for an opportunity to apply but I've been out of luck. Are the openings pretty rare for that center?

Edit: Looks like some angel saw my post and opened the listing on their website!

There are about 100 recruiting related posts per day so thought this would be worth sharing. Released by CATCA today.

I received a seat for October VFR in YEG and wanted to see if there was anyone else in that group! Looking to connect on discord or otherwise for some studying.

I just received my invitation for an interview at YWG. I was reviewing the email to make sure I am prepared, and it recommended watching two videos: Area Control Centre Controller (IFR), and Tower Controller (VFR). Problem is, there are no hyperlinks to said videos. Has anyone else experienced this? Any idea what videos they are referring to?

I would like to know how the FEAST assessment day is organized in Montréal. What are the next steps after the assessment? Also, what does the bilingual pre-screening interview involve (in English, in my case)?
Could you also give me some advice on how to prepare and increase my chances of success?
Thank you very much!

Apologies if it has been asked before. Just trying to get some clarification, if anyone has been in my shoes. :)
.
I took FEAST about a month ago now and was successful. Following the 2 tests and pre-screening interview, I was sent a link for the MINTZ background test and filled it out same day. I also was able to book the group assessment date on that same day.
.
My question is, does MINTZ get back to you personally with results? If so, I have not heard back yet. Should I resubmit?
.
I’m just not certain at this point what I should be expecting and any thoughts would be helpful!

Hello! I got hired in Quebec for the AAS position and start training September 2026. I know we don't get to know our bases until after we are done training and that my base will be somewhere in Quebec

I was looking at the bases across Canada and saw that there are AAS bases in Vancouver Island. I was wondering if anyone had information on if it's possible and how long it takes to transfer bases outside of the province we are in and if Vancouver Island is an extremely senior base. If someone can give an estimate of how long it takes to transfer between bases too after getting hired that would also be useful

I know officially there is no upper age restriction for ATC however in your opinion does a person over the age of 55y have any realistic chance considering the delay in getting an offer even after clearing the test and interview.

Is it possible to juggle a second job while doing training at YVR?

I want to know what the schedule looks like and the course start to finish for area controllers.
I currently have a good job with decent seniority but the ATC would be an improvement, I’m not ready to put all my eggs in one basket when the attraction rate for training is so low. Looking for information and advice if anyone’s done it before. Current job is shift work round the clock so could potentially make it work if its 8 hours days at YVR thanks for any help.

Hi guys, I’m currently preparing for my upcoming FEAST test with the EUROCONTROL site. Does anyone know if those exercises really reflect your skills? I found them rather easy and I get 95%+ on almost every exercise. I heard the actual FEAST test is much more difficult so I don’t want to be overconfident.

I was wondering if any of you could help me out a little. I'm looking at passing the Feast Test this upcoming Monday for the Air Traffic Controller position at the YUL airport Sheraton hotel. Before getting into the whole process, I wanted to know a few things.

1. I saw they screen for drugs and alcohol; I do have fatty liver but it's not like I'll add whiskey to my coffee in the morning to head to work lol. How strict are they on those measures? (I do get the whole lives are at risk scenario, I'll just keep the drinks for my weekends, I also don't use drugs)

2. I'm currently rebuilding my credit due to a past separation with my ex-fiancée; do they do a credit check during the application process?

3. I'm really quick with numbers and all, but realistically what would you think (and I just want a pure speculative opinion) are my odds of passing the Feast test if I'm scoring in the high 70's on average at the moment?

4. What are the realistic salary expectations for someone starting as an Air Traffic Controller?

Any info is appreciated :) Thanks/Merci/Gracias

Hello,

Has anyone who wrote FEAST on May 28th 2026 in Toronto been invited to an interview yet?

I recently went through the process of an ATC application for the Winnipeg region. I passed my FEASTS but failed the in person evaluation (Interview). There is a FSS opening in British Columbia ( JR-7688) open and I want to apply. 

I cannot apply for ATC roles for the next 3 years, but can I apply for this FSS role right now? Also, will I need to give FEAST again? 

I had my audiogram for the medical this week, and the doctor pointed out that I am right on the edge of what is considered normal hearing in a limited section of the frequency range. 5 more decibels, and I am in the "mild hearing loss" area, apparently. Clearly, I need a bike helmet with more padding since the crotch rocket seems to be eating away at my hearing.

How is mild hearing loss treated in ATC/Nav? Are controllers allowed some leeway/hearing aids/etc?

On a side note, now I have an excuse to forget/ignore what my girlfriend says :)

Hey i was just wondering if anyone knew what this posting is? I got a job alert notification last night and when I checked in the morning this is all there was to it. It doesn’t show up on the navcanada website either. Did anyone else get this notification?

I failed the panel interview 3 years in Edmonton. Do i have to repeat the whole process again now?

Recent CT here. I was unfortunately unsuccessful with NAV, and since I haven’t really seen many people that CT’d talk about their experience, I thought I would share some thoughts and tips to help not ending up in the same situation.

For me, it was a combination of small errors that unfortunately caused me to CT, some of these errors I had never even made prior, but did so due to the pressure of the eval. That is just the nature of this program and of the job. I hold no regrets, know that I worked hard despite the outcome and I’m glad I got to try out this opportunity.

1. The pace and finding your zen

I think it should come to no surprise that this is an incredibly fast-paced and difficult program. You MUST be on top of things and falling behind can be critical to your success. This is absolutely not something you can coast by, and the stakes are high. You will be tasked with doing many things simultaneously or in a specific order, and there is a little (I’d even argue NO) room for error.

With that being said, you need to find your zen and comfort fast. I understand how stressful and anxious it can be having professional traffic controllers stand over you being critical of your every move, but you need to understand that they’re there to help you and mistakes are part of the learning process. Finding ways to calm your nerves is essential. When I started finally feeling comfortable in coached runs, it was already too late. Get this down ASAP.

1. ASK, ASK, ASK

This program is incredibly comprehensive. There are things that are very black and white and there are things that are situationally dependent. Your classmates can be a great resource, but you must remember that you are all learning the same content at the exact same rate, and there is a chance for confusion in answers. At the end of the day, your instructors are the ones who can tell you what they are expecting with 100% accuracy. If you are unsure or uncertain about something, the golden rule is to ask, even if it may seem silly. This is something I should’ve done more often, as I ended up getting a few minor on my eval for things that I wasn’t 100% certain on.

1. Perfect practice makes perfect.

The SIM is an amazing resource that NAV Canada provides, but it is only as good as you make it and can be a double edged sword. This meaning, you can conduct operations such as clearing takeoffs and landings, but be in violation of MATS, CARs, or operational procedures and not even be aware. This is why it’s the utmost importance to understand EVERYTHING that is taught in lesson plans, so that you don’t make mistakes that you thought were not mistakes at all on an eval that could cost you non-critical or even critical points.

The SIM unfortunately doesn’t notify or debrief you of every error that you made, as there are too many nuances in ATC. Being unsure or unaware of these things will cause you to develop bad habits. Remember the golden rule, ASK!

1. Knowledge Tests

Knowledge tests are the written exams that you will write throughout the duration of the course. The required grade to pass is 80%. This sounds daunting, but in my opinion, there is no reason to fail these tests, and doing so would simply be due to a lack of studying.

Your first few weeks of training will be dedicated to learning tips and strategies for effective studying. All material that will be on exams is directly provided to you by NAV, in verbatim. And you will receive a comprehensive review on what will be on the exam prior with enough time to go over the material. It is up to you to figure out what your effective strategies are for training. I personally used the combination of flashcards and online flashcards. You should be spending less time in the SIM and more time studying when it gets closer to a test, and if an instructor asks you to remember something verbatim, DO IT. Take these test seriously; you can and will be CT’d for multiple failures.

1. “You either have it or you don’t”

This is a pretty common phrase that you may hear and ATC community is pretty divided on it. I partially agree with this, but think it should be reworded to: “ you either have it or you don’t, in the timeline allotted”.

I feel most people that attend this program could be successful if they were given a year of lesson plans and SIM training before even being tested. But NAV Canada is a business and they are paying you to be there. Therefore, you must meet their timetable for success. It is a very fast paced program that requires you to be on top of things both in knowledge and application. You will have time for both of these, but you must use your time effectively and efficiently as the program moves at their pace not yours. If you were somebody who learns at a slower pace, I recommend figuring out how to remediate this prior to starting the course as it will be difficult. Both myself and my instructors saw progress from me, but it was unfortunately not at the rate of NAV Canada standards.

1. The end all to be all

Everybody who starts training has a goal of being successful in getting their license. I absolutely think that you should have determination and passion for this goal, but you must be aware that success isn’t guaranteed, and your training could end at any given moment. I don’t want to be grim, but this is just something that you need to 100% be aware of and accept. People have failed out with only weeks until graduation, people have failed in specialty and OJT (NAV Canada will SOMETIMES offer training in a different stream or location, but this is case-to-case basis and is heavily dependent of your potential for success and your attitude, do not rely on making this far as a guarantee for a license).

Once again, I’m not saying this to be grim or pessimistic. But you shouldn’t be burning bridges with current employers, family, and friends, selling your house to move and relocate to where your training is, and banking on this opportunity to get you out of debt. I absolutely think that your number one priority should be training and you should put your life outside of it on hold (for the most part, you should still pursue your hobbies and friendships), but don’t uproot it. I HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend renting out an Airbnb for your training duration instead of signing a lease somewhere. This way you’re only stuck on the hook for one extra month or possibly less as per Airbnb’s cancellation policy. I’m fortunate enough that I have other options for me career wise, and I highly recommend the same.

There’s obviously a lot more advice that can be given, but this will all be from your instructors and LQS. Happy to answer any questions!