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Depends on a number of factors. Here are some common ones as I understand them: Reservist - None Reg Force - As per the current recommendations at the time (not sure there are any if your not deploying) Deploying Reg or Reserve - Depends on where you are deploying to I can't speak for the Reg...

I tried going with just a smart watch and lack of battery life caused me to reconsider.

In 5XX at least it's 5 years now. No it's not mandatory, and yes you can only do a portion of the time if that's all your available. There are two types of pers on FTSE here, students and supporters. The students are the 5 years or less pers and the supporters are everyone else. There is...

Where is that soldiers eyepro? And fingerless gloves? The Horror!!!!!!

"Disposed" as in re-homed elsewhere? :devilish:

Here in 5XX the Permanent Class B posns (as per establishment) are for three years with the option for another three years if your Boss likes your work. At the end of six years the posn must be posted for competition. The Temp Class B's (not on the establishment) range from greater than 12...

I'm one for 5XX but as a Tech Guru in the PM shop. I help troubleshoot the MM/PACE vs User interface errors. Happy to participate in things I've seen.

I actually I actually have to pay that here in HRM. (Halifax)

TAPV has entered the chat.

From my experience and others I've talked to I'd say that postings was the main reason.

There were some recent changes. All can get found here: To learn more about the updates, the CF Military Personnel Instructions can be found here on the DWAN. (HTTP://cmp-cpm.mil.ca/EN/POLICIES/CF-MIL-PERS-INSTR.PAGE). Questions can be directed to the local CAF Transition Centre. The CMP...

So he's much like Putin?

At least he didn't shoot it from a helo.

I wonder if they were allowed to wear their fleece as an outer garment? Would they be considered Air Force or Ground force? Maybe a mix?

I did 10 years straight as a CO for three orgs. 5yrs , 2yrs , and 3yrs. The pace sucked. And since I was also from time to time on short term Class Bs, that time was free to the Army. I even had to fight to get compensated for a 1 hr drive each way for the 5 year stint as Class B aren't...