Army vs Navy vs Air Force in the Canadian Armed Forces Reserve

[@lolasimmons9152]

Thanks so much for each and every one of you. I'm very grateful for you choosing to serve our country! God bless you and your family from Kingston Ontario Canada

[@vonJaerschky]

When making such an important life decision, always remember - The Army digs in, the Air Force checks in.

[@belosky2812]

Never heard a truer saying than that

[@UnknownName7950]

Can you explain what this means?

[@Burdflu]

haha yea for us in the back ;)@@UnknownName7950

[@oj6539]

@unknownName7950, I believe that it's basically army digs trenches that they sleep in, whereas, the airforce instead of trenches, they "check into" hotels.

[@Jason_The_Man]

I love Canadians. They seem like such nice happy people.

[@kings8217]

We are but Trudeau ruined it

[@CONSTANTINEXI63]

​@kings8217 you sure about that?

[@CONSTANTINEXI63]

Some of the time ( 1914-1918)

[@BarcelonaChill]

We have holier than thou attitudes. We'll say something mean by saying something nice.

[@Throughthelookingglasss]

We use to be..

[@Burdflu]

Excellent! I find these to be quite informative.

[@natashamiller6569]

Always watch your video very helpful am joining navy full time 😊going for my Bmq this weekend

[@PrairieSailor]

@@natashamiller6569 Good luck on BMQ!!

[@natashamiller6569]

@ thank you

[@ronisworld2916]

thanks for sharing this.

[@DevonSparkesYT]

My uncle is in the Royal Canadian navy.

[@jameselliott9866]

All three environments have their own advantages, I guess. It seems like the Air Force is the toughest option for a part-time reservist because it has the biggest time commitment away from your home unit - which can be tough with a full time job. Is that true to say? How do the Army and Navy compare on that score?

[@PrairieSailor]

All elements require time away from your home unit to complete training courses.

[@mathias369]

By pass the system that’s what I’m doing, join a reserve unit say army, do your bmq part time, then after you finish your given lets say 3 week occupation training, then apply to transfer to the airforce reserve unit near you, if they have jobs available, now this is to avoid going to st jean, that doesn’t mean skipping borden for example for specific airforce occupational training. Best of luck

[@sleeque6809]

I saw a few cadets in there 😅 what’re they doin!?

[@TheJimprez]

In the 80s, I passed the tests of that time and scored in the first percentile. The recruiter told me I had my choice of trade, and I told him infantry. He looked at me for a good 15 seconds, then asked me if I had cheated on my tests if I knew anyone who had done it before that had given me an up.... He just couldn't believe that someone with a high score would choose that job over all of the other civilian translating trades they had back then (Firefighter, etc...) that are now filled by civilian contractors. What can I say, it was a family thing. They ALL went pilot, but I wore glasses, so I chose the next dumbest thing. That recruiter was right. Bum knees, a broken back and neck, a hip replacement later, and I WISH I had listened to that good man. The only bright side is that my son will have a big chunk of titanium to sell when I croak.

[@PrairieSailor]

Infantry sounds tough on the body, thank you for your service and thank you for sharing.

[@TheJimprez]

@@PrairieSailor No worries. I didn't even do anything special. Just ended up at the wrong place, at the wrong time more often than should have been possible. But yeah, infantry is hell on your joints and knees. But someone's gotta do it... Being on a boat would make me sick all the time, YOU deserve accolades. Cheers.

[@Dr.SLethbridge]

Also, when can families move with the officers? I have tried looking up that information online but havent seen any concrete answers. The pathway is a bit vague. I would deeply appreciate you making a video on the timeline of the transition into the military with family and the challenges one may face. Thank you.

[@PrairieSailor]

Great question, I am sorry, I am not enough of an expert on Regular Force policy to be confident enough to give you a reliable answer. You could try asking a Regular Force recruiter about family allowances. Good luck!!

[@toddm8609]

Hey! If a member is posted on a full time contract (or some eligible Class B Reserve Contracts) their listed legal dependants and spouses/common law partners are eligible to be moved with them. This move has to be documented and registered on their ETP Message (also called a posting message). Now, posting messages and timings are a tricky thing, but the Canadian Armed Forces Relocation Directive (CAFRD) has all the suggested timelines, processes, and entitlements that service members may receive.

[@PrairieSailor]

@@toddm8609 Thank you very much for the info!!

[@millivanilli4825]

The first thing people spot in Zubriski's uniform is the messy neck of the shirt..

[@Ttj-pn8gp]

Great video! I’m planning on doing military police in the reserves and since I have the option of choosing one of the three branches I’m wondering what and where the initial basic training would be for each?

[@PrairieSailor]

There are not Reserve MPs in each element, there are no Naval Reserve MPs and in Winnipeg at least there are only Army Reserve MPs.

[@PrairieSailor]

For BMQ, the Naval Reserve has the 3 modules as described in many videos, Army Reserve has weekend BMQ and Air Force Reserve does not have their own BMQ, they are just sent on Reg Force BMQ.

[@kolbyjoudrey7145]

Hi sir, would you be able to do a video on the boatswain trade in the reserve ?

[@PrairieSailor]

Great idea! I will try!

[@DanielTrudel-y4p]

Need to find a way. To influence People to join the military. Like electricians, different careers. And find a way to. Increase their salary, making it appealing. For people to join.

[@PrairieSailor]

I agree!

[@Dr.SLethbridge]

Hello sir, I have been offered enrollment in the Navy regular forces as Healthcare Services Management Officer and my BMOQ begins November this year. Will I be completing all of the training in Quebec or some of it at my home unit Calgary too? I am excited but nervous as well because I am 40 and overweight but physically active.

[@PrairieSailor]

@@Dr.SLethbridge For the Regular Force BMOQ is typically entirely residential, most commonly at CFLRS in Saint Jean Quebec. You should received detailed information regarding the location and duration of your BMOQ at your enrolment.

[@akroeger]

In general are there lots of full time contracts available throughout the year in the navy? If so how long are most full time contracts?

[@PrairieSailor]

Yes, there are lots of opportunities if you are willing to travel. It depends on your occupation as well, and if you are fully qualified. There are even a few opportunities in your home city, especially for shorter contracts. Courses range from 1 - 4 months, a CFTPO is 6 months, and longer term are 1-3 years.

[@josephcornejo2288]

Awesome 👌

[@jefftvatbp.2566]

What is the difference of P Res and Supp res in the Air Force and/or Navy?

[@PrairieSailor]

Members of the Primary Reserve are actively serving part-time or full-time. The Supplementary Reserve is for members with previous service who want to take a break from active service but do not wish to release completely. You can be on sup res for a period of time and transfer back to PRes rather than release and have to re-apply.

[@jefftvatbp.2566]

@@PrairieSailor thank you so much for your information, it really helps.

[@ivanstarun12]

I'm just wondering, if I go to the recruiting center and apply for a full time job as a permanent resident, how long will I have to wait before leaving for basic military qualification

[@PrairieSailor]

It could take 6-24 months for your security clearance to be processed. www.cbc.ca/news/politics/permanent-resident-military-applications-enrolment-1.7116469

[@raymondcao3944]

Hello PO2 Fraser, I am a high school student who is about to graduate and wanted to serve in the reserve force part-time. However, I will most likely attend college in the United States. Would I be possible to fulfill the commitment and still being a full-time student?

[@PrairieSailor]

If you get going immediately it's possible you could get through the application process and do Basic Training this summer. Then you could go on ED&T (exempt drill and training) during the school year in US, and still do Navy training as your summer job in Canada.

[@raymondcao3944]

@@PrairieSailor Thanks you for the very helpful and insightful information. Also, I would ask another question. If you are planning on to apply to be an officer after graduating, would you still need to do the basic training all over again?

[@PrairieSailor]

@@raymondcao3944 In order to commission from the ranks you need to meet criteria and be a certain rank. You do not automatically qualify to be an Officer, it will usually take at least 5 years. If you want to be an officer your best bet is to apply directly under the RESO entry plan. www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/corporate/policies-standards/defence-administrative-orders-directives/5000-series/5002/5002-8-reserve-entry-scheme-officers.html

[@raymondcao3944]

@@PrairieSailor Is it okay to apply under RESO if your bachelor's degree is attained internationally, and also how long would the application to RESO usually take?

[@rafiqudeen43]

Do they give full time employment after training as i am already working

[@PrairieSailor]

The Reserves have some opportunity for full time employment on short term (up to three years) contracts. The majority of employment in the Reserves is part-time.

[@westerncentristrants525]

Is it possible to be in the army reserves while living abroad- as in live abroad commute regularly to your home unit for training? I'm a Canadian citizen but I live abroad and I am willing to join.

[@Burdflu]

Just out of curiosity, why would you not want to live where you serve?

[@westerncentristrants525]

@@Burdflu Because it would take a long time to find a job, come back and completely settle. I'm 31, I've already lost my 20s and can't take up much more time.

[@Burdflu]

I'm 36, been out of nursing for more than 3 years and have been breakdancing to fill the gaps. You'd be fine.@@westerncentristrants525

[@Burdflu]

also lost my 20s to union idealism, bad relationships and overextension of self@@westerncentristrants525

[@martinabang1612]

Hello Sergeant, how are you doing? your post had just popped up,I guess I my question isn’t coming late- I’m Flt Lt MA OBI an Offr in the AirForce, Armed Forces of Nigeria. My wife desires to relocate to Canada. Is it possible that I get a placement in the RCAF if I search to be recruited. I’m currently 34yrs old, have about 100 hours with the DA 40 aircraft and 50 hours on the L39 ZA aircraft. Presently flying UCAV specifically the CH-3A. At the moment I’m flying a Portuguese AR3 UAV,conducting ISR/Surveillance on oil/gas infrastructures on the Nigerian/the Golf of Guinea sea and the creeks. Thanks.

[@PrairieSailor]

To apply to the CAF you need to be a Canadian Citizen or a Permanent Resident.

[@martinabang1612]

@@PrairieSailor thanks for taking out time to respond to my message. I appreciate. What’s the age ceiling required not to apply? What i’m saying is- between what age to what age can an interested individual allowed to apply? Just want to be sure with the information I got from the internet. Grateful.

[@PrairieSailor]

@@martinabang1612 for the Reserves you can apply from 16 - 56.

[@martinabang1612]

@@PrairieSailor thanks a lot . how about the age ceiling to join the regular CAF? Grateful

[@PrairieSailor]

@@martinabang1612 The website says between 16 - 57. I would check with a reg force recruiter if this includes 57, I don't think it does and it's also 56.

[@MikeMike-iz9dw]

Can you change trades? or do multiple trades?

[@PrairieSailor]

Yes, you can change trades by doing a Voluntary Occupation Transfer or other means through the Personnel Selection Office. This is a thorough administrative process and you must meet all criteria. Usually an occupational transfer is not granted shortly after joinging. No, you cannot do multiple trades (occupations) at the same time. However you can work/train outside your occupation for certain roles and positions throughout your career.

[@danmac6185]

AVN Tech here. I just got slapped in the face TWICE. After being told how desperate the trade is right now to keep people, we received a smaller raise than anyone else, AND lost PLD. Im going to lose 342 dollars per month to this whole fiasco. IM DONE. They can kiss this 15-year A level GOODBYE. I saw an advertisement for McDonald's, starting pay 17 dollars an hour...... about the same as private pay, only without all the deductions.

[@PrairieSailor]

You should transfer to the Naval Reserve! We recently got a raise for all occupations, and as a Reservist you could also focus on your new civilian career.

[@amelia5793]

NOOO I just signed my form to become an aviation technician.

[@cassiusfernandes7006]

​@@amelia5793 do u have a civilian ame license? Just curious how your process went..I'm an avionics technician going through the recruiting process rn😊

[@Puffy-ko8rz]

Do they have a medical nurse?

[@PrairieSailor]

We do not have any medical positions in the Naval Reserve, but there are Reserve positions available for Medical Technicians and Medical Assistants. If you want to go full time in the Regular Force we have Nursing Officers as well.

[@Puffy-ko8rz]

@@PrairieSailor wdym? Regular force? Where does it part of? In the military?

[@lukestanton9881]

@@Puffy-ko8rz Regular Force is full time military members, reserve force is part time military members.

[@taroge5464]

Hello Sergeant, i was offered a suggestion for joining the navy reservist as NWO. I am still cannot make the decision, do u know anything about the nwo, what a typical day it is.

[@PrairieSailor]

Naval Warfare Officer in general is a leadership position in the Navy. The training and deployment of an NWO requires time on a ship at sea. If you want to be an Officer and you want to be at sea, become an NWO. If you want to be in the Navy but spend more time ashore there are other options. forces.ca/en/career/naval-warfare-officer/

[@taroge5464]

@@PrairieSailor they told me that as I am a reservist I could just do some paperwork except the training 😆

[@PrairieSailor]

@@taroge5464 it is true there are aspects that can be done at the home unit. The training is a total of 12 months done in modules over a few years, so you will be on the coast/at sea a lot. Then you will need to get some sea time in order to get on the job training, promotions, and career progression. If you can manage the training and don't mind slower career progression you could be an NWO mostly at home at a Reserve Unit.

[@taroge5464]

@@PrairieSailor thank you sergeant that might not be what I expected, big thanks to u !! I might apply Air Force log o and intelligence o . If yo I have some advice I n these do not hesitate to let me know thank you very much!

[@Ooooia]

Can an immigrant and healthcare professional join the army also could you get PR or Citizenship through military service or not possible i wanna work there last question can i bring my medical books while in there to study in free time because after I finish i wanna get m.d

[@PrairieSailor]

You must be a permanent resident or Canadian citizen to apply to the CAF. At BMQ when I went we were not allowed to have any books during working hours. You could access on the weekend.

[@Ooooia]

@@PrairieSailor what about phone i will put my books there

[@Ooooia]

@@PrairieSailor also if i got pr through hospital contractcould i switch after 6 months or 8 to military hospital and is there a fast citizenship track like in U.S as im stateless and displaced person I don’t have a country to resettle in im living with bad conditions here inhuman situation but i didn’t apply to unhcr for fear of rejection and i dont know what to say i think I got no chance for getting resettlement since im not considered refugee