BMQ Reserves 2010 - 2017

[Chowder2016]

Thanks for the help guys! I have another question, I've only ever used an electric shaver for the past few years I've been shaving, am i aloud to bring my electric shaver? Or do you have to use regular throw out razors? I prefer electric razors because they are faster t shave with, easier, and dont irritate my skin afterwards. Thanks!

 

[Eye In The Sky]

Joining instructions for CFLRS

http://www.forces.gc.ca/en/training-establishments/recruit-school-joining-instructions.page

You will need disposables for your locker layout.  Electric will likely depend on staff.

 

[izzy1]

hey, so im really new here but im being sworn in this week for army reserves, im wondering what bmq is like for reserves, do i do it over the summer or weekends and do i have a choice with the two? and what are the minimum physical requirements? i easily passed the FORCE test but push-ups are not my strong point. and where would BMQ take place for me? im a Vancouver resident. THANKS

 

[sarahsmom]

These are all good questions to ask your unit when you parade with them on the first night. Or to ask at your swearing in ceremony.
As for the minimum physical requirements, it's a moot point. You passed, you are (almost) in, and your staff will not be concerned with the minimum. They will be trying to push you way past your comfort point.
Good luck!

 

[CanuckMarksman]

Hey, I've just recently finished my application for Infantry Reserves, with the Grey & Simcoe Foresters.

I'm wondering if anyone can tell me how long BMQ is for reserves, is it different for other reserve units, and is it different from regular force BMQ?

I'd need to notify my current employer of the month(s) I'll be away for.

Thanks in advance!

 

[godspeedinfinity]

I know Weekend BMQ has been covered often, but I am in an especially odd predicament. I was sworn in a one day ago and start BMQ this weekend. I just got my kit yesterday so I know nothing about it. On the BMQ Info sheet, there is no kit list. We are going in on a saturday, so I think maybe we are going to go over kits then? No idea.

Should everything in my kit be out of the wrappers they came in? (ex:socks loose, uniforms loose, gas mask loose, etc) Also, does anyone have any experience with starting their reserves part-time BMQ on a saturday? I thought they were usually on fridays - sunday....


Thanks. 

 

[mariomike]

I know Weekend BMQ has been covered often,

For future reference, perhaps Weekend BMQ is ready for a merge,

Weekend BMQ - What to expect
http://army.ca/forums/threads/120804.0

A Reservist Weekend BMQ (To be updated as course progresses)
https://army.ca/forums/threads/81390.0

Pay/Expenses during reserve weekend BMQ?
http://army.ca/forums/threads/112042.0

Started Reserve BMQ (Weekends)
https://army.ca/forums/threads/25044.0

Requesting a Weekend off during Weekend BMQ Course 
https://army.ca/forums/threads/120645.25

First BMQ Weekend turned out dysfunctional!!!
http://army.ca/forums/threads/25949.0

BMQ Weekend Training 
http://army.ca/forums/threads/63835.0/nowap.html

Preparing for first Reserve BMQ weekend
http://army.ca/forums/threads/24945.0

weekend block course BMQ 
http://army.ca/forums/threads/23840.0/nowap.html

Weekend BMQ Course 
http://army.ca/forums/threads/34433.0/nowap.html

BMQ Weekends 
http://army.ca/forums/threads/31164.0/nowap.html

BMQ Weekend Training 
http://army.ca/forums/threads/63835.0/nowap.html

Weekend BMQ
https://www.google.ca/search?q=site%3Aarmy.ca+++Weekend+BMQ&sourceid=ie7&rls=com.microsoft:en-CA:IE-Address&ie=&oe=&rlz=1I7GGHP_en-GBCA592&gfe_rd=cr&ei=AGRwVuuDKoON8QfnkY74BA&gws_rd=ssl

 

[DAA]

I know Weekend BMQ has been covered often, but I am in an especially odd predicament. I was sworn in a one day ago and start BMQ this weekend. I just got my kit yesterday so I know nothing about it. On the BMQ Info sheet, there is no kit list. We are going in on a saturday, so I think maybe we are going to go over kits then? No idea.

Should everything in my kit be out of the wrappers they came in? (ex:socks loose, uniforms loose, gas mask loose, etc) Also, does anyone have any experience with starting their reserves part-time BMQ on a saturday? I thought they were usually on fridays - sunday....
Thanks. 

So you have your "kit" and not surprisingly, you have no idea what to do with it nor how to use it.  Just bring all of what you were issued on your first day of BMQ and they will get you straightened out.  Don't sweat it, not like you are the first person to have this happen to you.     

 

[hockey_10000]

hey all

i wanted to know when do i get to choose whether i want to do weekend bmq or summer bmq ? i just enrolled went to drop my documents now im waiting to do the tests (physical/aptitude)

also im in the province of Quebec i don't know if the procedure is different here

thanks

 

[mariomike]

i just enrolled went to drop my documents now im waiting to do the tests (physical/aptitude)

Perhaps you meant, "I just applied."?

i wanted to know when do i get to choose whether i want to do weekend bmq or summer bmq ?

Probably after you are enrolled?

 

[runormal]

Perhaps you meant, "I just applied."?

Probably after you are enrolled?

For what it is worth OP is a Franco, but good on you for correcting him/her.

IF you enroll in time, and if there spots on a summer course you could get to on a full time course. If there aren't spots if you aren't available for whatever the dates are, you will be loaded on a weekend course. Likely around September or October... It depends on you, your unit and your battle school.

 

[hockey_10000]

alright thanks for the answers but i want to do my bmq on weekends im kinda buzy on weekdays do i get to choose ? and do you have an idea when i get to choose is it before or after all the test ?

 

[krimynal]

chances are , if you are applying right now and get REALLY lucky , you might get loaded on a Summer Full Time BMQ.  But that's all depending on the time the paper and the application take.

If you miss the summer BMQ, You might be lucky and get on a Weekend BMQ in fall / winter.  But like I said.  Right now just apply , focuss on doing the CFAT , make sure to get a good score , then see what's going to happen.

 

[runormal]

alright thanks for the answers but i want to do my bmq on weekends im kinda buzy on weekdays do i get to choose ? and do you have an idea when i get to choose is it before or after all the test ?

You'll find out once you swear in.

JUst tell your unit you aren't available for full time basics.

Keep in mind that you have a 2 month course as infanteer that will be done in the summer, full time. So make sure you can accomplish that. I believe you can split i into two 1 month mods, but regardless you will need to find some time to commit full time.

 

[hockey_10000]

alright thanks guys !

 

[Oldgateboatdriver]

No one has inquired as to which Unit this person joined. Everyone assumed "Army".

If s/he joined the Naval reserves, then s/he has no choice in the matter: It's a summer BMQ.

 

[George Wallace]

OBD

In their French posts they said they were joining a Reserve Infantry unit.

 

[thecanadianwarrior]

I was wondering, since I got assigned my BMQ for reserves that I will start on June 28th, are weekends off? Im doing the BMQ full time 5 weeks and I dont know if I can get off base on the weekends. Thank you. 

 

[azoute]

Hi! I'm waiting to know if I'm on the BMQ starting May 25th or June 28th. You got the news today? I know mine will be in Laval, you?

For the weekends, I heard it depends on the staff and how well the group is doing!

Cheers!  [

 

[Nfld Sapper]

I was wondering, since I got assigned my BMQ for reserves that I will start on June 28th, are weekends off? Im doing the BMQ full time 5 weeks and I dont know if I can get off base on the weekends. Thank you.

:crystalball:

Depends on how good or bad your course does during the week....