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  1. thorbahn

    PRes Arty Tech course

    I'm not sure if there is such thing as just an "Arty Tech course" or if there is a different course for CP, OP and what have you, so I suppose that is my first question; what the nature of the course is. Second question - what is the length of the course and third - Any idea if one would be...
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    When is too soon for a Reserve PLQ?

    When do you think is a good time or when is too soon for a reservist to go on PLQ? This question arises after being offered PLQ about 7 months after completing QL3 and having less than a year and a half in. I'm still in high school and therefore don't even have the option to take this course...
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    QM - The facility, or the person who operates it?

    QM, which stands for Quartermaster, as far as I know, seems like it would be the person you go to for exchanging / getting kit, etc. But around my unit, it's used as if it's the place, not the person that you go to. Example: "..Over in the QM..." "Go to the QM" So which is it?
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    generic wash basin vs. issued one

    Hi, I wasn't able to get a wash basin issued to me at my home unit before I go away for summer, (SQ + DP1 Arty), I was wondering if I'd get away with any ol' stainless steel metal dish/bowl. Thanks.
  5. thorbahn

    Saving the shins/lower back on ruck marches

    Hi, these are the two areas that bother me after I've gone a little ways on a ruck march. Can anybody offer suggestions as to how I might be able to prevent pain in these areas a bit? Obviously some of it is inevitible and personal PT will likely improve it, but anything else, such as how tight...
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    ranks

    I'm a bit confused about the rank insignia for Generals. I thought it was the one thick bar, but then saw photos where it was the swords, crown and leaves. So now it is my understanding that my latter description is what is worn on the epaulette. So where is the big bar used? Anywhere? Thanks...
  7. thorbahn

    Proper protocol for Officer Cadets

    We have 2 new Officer Cadets in our unit, and I was wondering what are the proper things to do around them. Do they get called Sir? And they don't get saluted, right?
  8. thorbahn

    What would change if (when) we had a King

    So I guess eventually we'll have King Charles to replace Queen Elizabeth II, how might this effect the CF? Would we have the KR&O's? Have to change all those pictures hanging up in messes?  :)
  9. thorbahn

    BMQ 0403 Grad Parade

    I had my BMQ Graduation Parade today, all went well. Thought I'd share some pictures.
  10. thorbahn

    One man's odyssey through the part-time BMQ experience.

    After just getting back from 3 days of BMQ, I had my first experience of this. It was certainly interesting. Particularly executing an About Turn, then marking time. Has anybody else done this, and have stories to share?
  11. thorbahn

    Top Candidate

    Hi, I'm on BMQ right now (well, on weekends) and have heard that at the graduation someone is awarded as "top candidate". I was wondering what the course staff would look for when deciding on which candidate to choose. (the criteria for top candidate) Thanks for any info!
  12. thorbahn

    New member

    Hi, I am both a new member of this forum, and a new member of the CF. I was sworn in on Nov. 9th. I'm on Basic now and have completed 2 weekends. So far, I'm enjoying it quite a bit. I just discovered this website and it looks like a great resource with loads of information. See you around...
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