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I was just asking how competitive it is to get accepted as a MARS officer and if they're recruiting.  I am aware that even if I get accepted I still have to pass the training which I understand is pretty hard

Hey i'm interested in enlisting into the Canadian Forces.  I am torn between becoming and infantry officer and a mars officer.  I am a police foundations graduate at college and in my last year of obtaining a BA General in Criminology.  I was wondering how competitive it is to get accepted as a...

Alright thanks Skeletor I will look into that! If anyone else has input, that would also be greatly appreciated! I guess another thing is that I thought the NCM life might be more enjoyable for the first few years because youre one of the "guys" where as an officer you're more detached as you're...

Yeah I realize its not a guarantee to be a good officer after NCM, but I thought it would be better than going officer with nothing, and having no knowledge or experience.  At least this way I know who I am leading because I have been through it for a little bit.  At least  maybe I would know...

Thank you, more advise like this would be appreciated.  So does it usually only take 3-5 years? Or is it very hard to obtain this and could take around 10 years? And would it be better long-term to just do DEO, or is this more beneficial?  Im just wandering if SPC is very achievable and if it is...

Yes i know that SPC is for currently serving members, I want to serve as an NCM before becoming commissioned. So i would not be doing direct entry officer.  I also understand the basic requirements for SPC but was looking for more information how its actually used in practice.  If someone could...

Correct me if I'm wrong but I was under the impression that UTPNCM and CFR was for those that do not have a university degree prior to enlisting in the army.  Seeing as how I will have a degree prior to enlisting, wouldn't SPC be the best commissioning plan for me?

Hey guys, first time on this forum so go easy on me.  I have been considering joining the Canadian Forces for a long time, and have a strong family background in the military.  I am interested in applying for Infantry as an NCM in either PPCLI or RCR.  I have graduated college with a diploma in...