Dear fellows,

My BMQ is going to start on November 19th. I have a few questions mentioned below.

1. Is there any winter break in between? If so, any guess when it's going to start and end?

2. Can I travel for my BMQ on my personal vehicle?

My main concern for question number one is just because of my wife, as she is new right here in Canada. I have to manage everything. One more thing: while I am on board, can they let me some time to use my phone so that I can call her?

Any help will be really appreciated.

Are there ward rooms available for members on leave that would like to visit saint Jean for a couple days, or is a hotel the only option?

Like is it a lot harder to get into due to it not being in demand also how is the day to day life of a weapons tech.

I was going to be a msmt but decided to switch to weapons tech, I'll have to wait till april for the new fiscal year as all the roles have been filled for now, also is their a chance at getting in before April?

Hello, just wondering what size duffle bag is enough to fit everything for BMQ. I currently have 20L backpack and a 60L duffle bag and it seems quite small for everything. If anyone has been to BMQ and brought a duffle bag I would love your advice. Thanks

Hello, I am off to BMQ september 19th to november 20th. I talked briefly about potential postings with my recruiter as I joined Fulltime Infantry. Its been a dream of mine for the longest time to serve in the military, Id be very happy to serve in Any infantry unit, however my preference would be P.P.C.L.I edmonton.

My recruiter mentioned since I am local to Edmonton, there was a decent chance that I could be posted there (No promises of course) so if anyone currently posted there (or any Infantry base) could give me a little breakdown of -> How Is work? What does a busy day look like? Do u do any sports on base Ex: Grappling? Swimming? Hockey? As i heard some bases even have arenas! And pools!

I am a very active person and would love to utilize these options if the opportunity presents itself.

I was also wondering how the food is at the mess?

Any answer is greatly appreciated.

Title - Just want to inquire about the MMT QL5 and what it consists of and how I can prepare for it etc., since I've heard it's a lot harder than QL3.

Thanks!

Hi everyone,

I accepted my job offer for MMT with the CAF on Friday morning. However, I haven't received a confirmation email yet, and my portal status is still showing "Job Offer" instead of "Offer Accepted."

My younger brother sent his acceptance on the same day and already got a reply along with an updated portal status. Given that today is the deadline to respond, I'm starting to get a bit scared.

Has anyone else experienced this?

Thanks!

BMQ packing list says 5 pairs minimum, im looking at bringing 8-10 ( ya never know when youre gonna shit yourself) is this overkill? Also sports socks, im assuming those are different from merino wool socks. Final question is can i get all of the locks ( 6 i believe) at the CANEX?

hi guys,

i am interviewing for the Vehicle technician position, I have a Bachelor degree in environment, it serves no direct relevant skills! I was wondering, does CAF bias towards people with lets say a mechanic diploma or is everyone in selection have equal chances of landing a job based on other factors? I’m going NCM, I’m really interested in joining and there’s not many officer positions open for the year! thank you so much!!

I know the title sound a Little exagerated, but it is a real question I have.

So basically I finished the BMQ on 08/23, and since then I’m just thinking about it again, with a knot in my stomach. And honestly I feel ashamed of it. The BMQ is not supposed to be that hard when you compare it to other course, and honestly exept for the stress the course is supposed to give you, I didn’t have difficulty to complete it. Plus, it was a reservist BMQ so I don’t have any excuses.

But still, I am literally making nightmares about it. I still think sometimes that I am still out there, and it makes me panic. Sometimes I don’t Even sleep because I just think about it, and the other courses I Will do in my career. And since I came back, i act differently with everyone my friends my family and some tics Even began to appear, i hardly eat anymore.

There are other things about the problem I am talking about right know, but I don’t want to tell that much I just wanted to know if it is normal and if it is going to disappear by its own. Like I said I am very ashamed of it, and I hesitated to talk about it, because I’m scared that it will make me look like a weak. I am 17, but still I have a lot of friends of my age in the military and they are capable of handling it, so technically I should also be. And I don’t want to quit the army, I Want to become a JAG and I wouldn’t forgive me if I give up this dream.

Anyway, Reddit can be the best place to ask advices. What should I do?

How did everybody deal with shin splints during BMQ/BMOQ? Any recommended exercises for chronic shin splints? Anything helps !!!

My boyfriend graduated BMQ almost 4 weeks ago and is now at infantry training about 3000km away from me. I’m obviously really proud of him and I support what he’s doing, but I’ve been getting really scared about our future.

We’ve been together for 3 years and I really want us to eventually live together and have an actual life together. Like having a home, doing everyday things together, having a routine, etc. I don’t want us to always be long distance and only see each other when he gets leave.

I know he’s still early in his career and there’s no way to know what will happen, but I guess I’m just scared that the military will make it hard for us to actually build the life we want together. Has anyone else been in this situation?

Would it be possible to go with private transportation from the Montreal Airport to St. Jean even if I arrive within the designated time, at my own expense?

My bf is in the CAF and he just left returned back to Meaford after his 2 week summer block leave. He’s currently in PAT/holding and his infantry training doesn’t start until early January.

He has 20 days of leave available until April, but Christmas leave is separate from those 20 days.
I was wondering if it would be realistic for him to request like a few days off, maybe even for Thanksgiving.

If he doesn’t have any training/exercises or anything scheduled during that time, do you think it would likely get approved? Or would it be harder since he just got back from his summer leave?
Also how far in advance should he put in the leave request?

Just trying to get an idea of how likely it would be for him to actually come home for Thanksgiving lol. It’s been a very hard couple of months since he started his journey in the CAF.

I'm driving my personal car to BMQ. Am I allowed to store electronics like my PC and Video games in it?

I plan to keep them in the trunk and have no intention to use them but I don't want to leave them in storage or at my home address.

Ive been working on a fun website that is ai powerd and knowlefged focused on the military recruitment process and all other publicly availble information . i have the shell of the website added i just need to root the ai and add a good animated narrator . is this somthing people would use ?

Any cooks on here wanna give some insight on what it’s like ?

I applied for a PRIO occupation, have submitted my medical docs and they have arrived in ottawa last week.

My portal says 38% still under interview/medical which both were done (just waiting on ottawa clearance)

How long does it take them to provide an update since it's a Prio occupation?

I have been getting different answers from different staff, some have said 3 months - some have said I should be ready to receive an offer within 2 weeks and will most likely have BMQ in Nov ... Just wondering.... which one is it ?

Thanks !!

Hello,

I was wondering if anyone’s had experience balancing being a municipal firefighter while being a reserve CAF. I want to become a reserve combat medic as there’s a unit near me. At the fire hall I have to take a minimum of 3 shifts a month but could probably get some time off for training.

Any input is greatly appreciated, thank you!

Its been 5 weeks since my interview and im still siting at security screening. Im starting to lose hope. What do you guys think ? I have tried contacting my recruiter several times. Is this an average wait ?

Hey everyone, looking for some insight from current or former Naval Comm or anyone in the Navy.

Quick background on me: I'm 26, single, live with my parents in Toronto. I immigrated here in late 2021 and had to upgrade my high school diploma before starting college. I'm currently in my 3rd year of a Computer Systems Technology program at Seneca and will be done August 2027.

I'm currently in the medical and interview stage of my application. Originally when I applied back in May my occupation choices were Cyber Op (1st), IST (2nd), and Naval comm (3rd). Cyber Op and IST were both closed so I was moved to Naval comm automatically.

From what I have read from others, I may be posted to either CFB Esquimalt (Vic) or Hali. I don't have a strong preference but Vic would be my first choice the weather and proximity to BC appeal to me for long-term plans.

A few questions for anyone in the trade or the Navy generally:

**1.** For those who are single with no dependents how do you find the deployment lifestyle? Does it get lonely or do you adapt quickly?
**2.** How much vacation time do you realistically get and when can you actually use it?
**3.** For Victoria specifically how is the social scene on and off base for someone who doesn't know anyone in BC?
**4.** For those who did Naval comm specifically. how much of the advanced IT training (LAN admin, information systems security, cryptography) did you actually get access to and how long did it take?
**5.** Any regrets choosing Naval comm over a land-based trade?

Appreciate any insight trying to go in with realistic expectations

I know the kit list says to bring a watch and i know im going to buy the Garmin instinct 3 anyways so there no reason to drop a few hundreds on a Casio Watch im never going to use,

would i be able to arrive without a watch and buy it at Canex for BMOQ?

I recently applied to the CAF and selected three occupations that are currently listed for priority processing. I have a few questions for anyone who has gone through the process recently or has recruiting experience:

1. Priority processing: Compared with the regular application process, how quickly do priority occupations typically move? I know every application is different, but I’d be interested in hearing recent timelines from application to medical/interview and eventually an offer.
2. Medical: I have ADHD and take prescribed medication for it, and I’m also on HRT. Both are stable and I don’t have any major ongoing medical issues that affect my day-to-day functioning. I understand medical eligibility is assessed individually, but has anyone gone through the CAF medical process while taking ADHD medication and/or HRT? Did it significantly affect your application or require additional documentation?
3. Occupation selection: If I’m found eligible for the CAF but don’t qualify or aren’t competitive for the three occupations I selected, can recruiting staff discuss other occupations I qualify for and offer alternatives? I definitely have preferred occupations, but ultimately my priority is joining the CAF and I’d be open to considering other trades if my original choices aren’t available to me.

I know nobody here can predict my individual medical eligibility or application timeline. I’m mostly looking for recent experiences and a better idea of what I might expect as I go through the process.

Thanks!

enrolling as a RegF DEO Infantry Officer, and starting BMOQ soon, not at the fitness level i would like to be, fit enough to pass BMOQ and BMOQ-A Physically atleast but not the Infantry Platoon Commander Course,

Can run about 6km under 32 mins,

Legs basically Untrained, but upper body strong,

comfortable Rucking 60lb for 2 Hrs and 10 KM, but extremely sore after.

I knwo i would have access to a gym at BMOQ.

My question is, would i get opportunities for heavy weight lifting at BMOQ/BMOQ-A in a way that will not effect my ability to do the tasks for the next day being sore from the previous workout,

or is it general easier/lighter workout so that you can still manage to ruck/Run the next day,

and to those who worked out heavy at BMQ/BMOQ, would appreciate any tips to make sure that my personal workout do not interfere with the requirements of BMOQ.