Recent content by KStew

Good plan, it will get you comfortable in th water and get you used to having (some of) the gear on.

You do not need a civy qualification to become a PID diver. You can apply even if you have never been diving before, but think about this: Do you really want to sign up for a dive job if you are not sure whether or not you are comfortable breathing underwater?  Even if you have your civy...

Updated, Now I play the waiting game... Hopefully BMQ in May

Here goes, just got a call today for CFAT and Medical test. Hope to get everything done so that I can do summer BMQ Recruiting center-Halifax, NS Reserve Force Trade choice 1-Infantry Trade choice 2- Application date- February 15th, 2007 First contact- March 20th, 2007 Cfat,medical,interview-...

With regards to having been on a medication, etc. Does anyone know if the rules are more strict for regular force, or reserve?

While I can understand the severe problems that could arise due to a peanut allery (as some people have a reaction from simply being in the same room as peanut butter), I'm not sure how a shellfish allergy would affect someone, are we really going to be served shrimp or lobster? My other...

Ok, I don't want to hide information, I just wasn't sure if there was any way I could ever get in if I had anxiety disorders in the past. My doctor knows I haven't had any problems with it for a very long time, so I'm sure she wouldn't have a problem signing off on that. Thanks.

I guess I've got to resurrect this topic now. I've also had generalized anxiety in the past. I haven't had any problems with it for years. I just got off the medication (effexor, and I was on the lowest possible dose), and still have not had problems, they were irrational fears which I have...