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I want the opinion of anyone that cares to share it.  I was just told that I don't meet the criteria for infantry this year because the standards are so high.  Apparently I have a few variables working against me.  I could spend this year upgrading credits, getting into better shape, doing...

Growing up I always assumed that all members of the CF lived in their respective bases.  It occured to me later that, while not on tour, they probably still have relatively normal lives.  After basic where do members of the CF live?  Do the forces provide them with accomodations on base? Do they...

Combat Engineer and Infantry are the two trades I'm most interested in.  I've read every inch of the CF websites describing these trades and I'm pretty sure I have a good understanding.  Still, I'd like to stand out in my interview.  I'd love an opportunity to speak to someone with experience in...

Based on my research so far it looks like either Combat Engineer or Infantry are what I want to focus on.  I told the recruiting office that I wanted to pursue an exciting career.  Exciting in a way that I would see combat, endure high-stress situations, etc. (I may eat those words later).  What...

I remember reading about how working on the oil rigs was supposed to be one of the toughest jobs in the world (and best paying).  This intrigued and motivated me to move to Alberta.  Eventually I found that it was difficult to start but the challenge sort of fizzled away.  Not to mention I...