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our 16/17 year old guys on BMQ were allowed as it is a required part of the training. as for cadets as far as I know they can't anymore

I am 39 and just finished BMQ there is also a guy that is 42 in my class. there are challenges of course at a later age but we also have a few more tools in the toolbox to draw on as well. don't let your age be the reason you don't do it.

I have two guys that are 16 in the regiment currently. Parental consent is required. That being said, it is highly unlikely that a 16/17 year old will be allowed to deploy even with their dp1.

its good to be proactive here but the way I see it (and this is purely my opinion) if you have to think that these things may be an issue, it might be wirth taking a deeper look at the relationship. Then again, never hurts to cover your ass. separation and divorce are pretty common.

Just an FYI this war is briefly described in the book "the fighting Canadians" by David Bercuson. I am currently reading it and it is a pretty in depth look at the rise of the Regimental System in Canada and a "beginners" look at Canadian Military history. Worth a read if you ask me.

at least you cancelled and didn't just no show

"presumably"...lol

yeah I agree with the sticky for sure. If I find a book worth reading I tell people. if its not worth reading I tell even more.

This is a great thred. however, does anyone have a sitrep on JLo? is it True?......

the fighting Canadians-history of the regimental system in Canada

Hoage, I can tell you from experience that there are advantages to being older. I am 39, you have some tools in the box that younger guys don't. Use them to your advantage, stay cool and push your limits to the fullest physically. And from what I've seen the Arty boys are great guys, hard as...

glad to here your section took care of you. paperwork is going to happen. Lots of it. where are they sending you for summer BMQ? are you on the West Coast?

From what I recall from my process by the time you get to the interview it is best to have all legal matters settled (including parking fines). any pending issues that could pull you away from your duties pose an issue. Just my two bits based on my interview

It took me about a year and ive seen anything from 6 months to 4 years. good luck and check out another thread along the same line for more info. http://army.ca/forums/threads/122880/post-1432614.html#msg1432614

Depending on which regiment you are in and when you enrolled, you may get your kit before Parade, or issued on the first day. It really all depends on when the RQ can get it in. There were guys on my BMQ that didn't get their kit until a month into course. There is a backlog for some kit, due to...

Also.....FOLOW DIRECTION.....lol

Waldo I will say this to you, if you got through in less than a year that is amazing. it took me a year to the day and I know of guys that took much longer so congrats. In regards to BMQ I personally was told 1 week before going to BMQ (weekend course) and received no pre course package, there...

My wife has been trying to get me to try out for the men's league in BC she plays with a team and I'm actually super impressed at the athleticism this sport demands. Anyone who scoffs at it should go to a bout and watch what happens. It'll change your mind for sure

One of my Course staff (Mbmbr) played in Shilo, and is currently looking into playing for the Vancouver Murder. I don't see why it would be an issue unless it takes you away from your duties.